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A professional screenwriter's guide to story structure. We break down the architectural DNA of famous films to give you the tools, tips, and blueprints you need to write.
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Quentin Tarantino: Genius or Overrated?

Are we celebrating a true master of cinema, or just following the crowd?

 •  October 3rd
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Formatting & Craft Inspiration & Case Studies Process & Productivity Story Structure Tools & Resources

Best Movie Ever?

The Shawshank Redemption of course!

 •  October 3rd
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Film of the week - EEAAT

Everything Everywhere All at Once - What a mouthful! Let's break it down.

 •  October 3rd
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Is Writer's Block Real?

Explore the reality of writer's block, its psychology, and strategies to overcome it, with insights from famous authors.

 •  October 3rd
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Common Mistakes Inspiration & Case Studies Process & Productivity Tools & Resources

Who Am I Even Writing This Script For?

Explore the art of writing scripts for yourself and discover why personal passion fuels creativity and resonates better with audiences.

 •  October 2nd
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Film of the Week - Pulp Fiction

How Tarantino Bent Structure and Still Made It Bulletproof!

 •  September 30th
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Getting Started Pitching & Selling Tools & Resources

Should I enter Screenwriting Competitions?

Golden Ticket or Fool’s Gold?

 •  September 29th
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Film of the Week - Deconstructing Die Hard

How John McClane’s Christmas Showdown Became the Gold Standard of Action Movie Structure.

 •  September 26th
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Film of the Week - Deconstructing Jaws

How Spielberg’s Shark Thriller Became the Ultimate Story Skeleton.

 •  September 26th
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From Flat to Flawless: Building Characters Readers Believe In.

Craft characters that captivate with rich backstories and unique arcs. Learn where inspiration comes from and how to avoid common pitfalls.

 •  September 26th
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