09 Dec

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Review of Writing Short Films: Structure and Content for Screenwriters by Linda Cowgill As a long-time fan of storytelling in all its forms, I couldn’t resist diving into Writing Short Films: Structure and Content for Screenwriters by Linda Cowgill when I stumbled upon it. This book stood out not only because it’s recognized as a top university textbook, but also because of its promise to demystify the art of short film screenwriting—a challenge that had long intrigued me. With the second edition freshly updated, I was eager to uncover...

16 Sep

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Unlocking the Craft: A Journey Through 'Scriptnotes' As a perennial student of storytelling, I often find myself perusing the shelves for resources that can elevate my writing craft, especially in screenwriting. When I stumbled upon Scriptnotes: A Book About Screenwriting and Things That Are Interesting to Screenwriters by John August and Craig Mazin, I felt a spark of excitement. Having tuned into their acclaimed podcast for years, it was thrilling to see their insights and expertise distilled into book form. It's like finding a well-stocked toolkit just when you...