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Write On with McG, Director of Netflix's "The Babysitter"

October 16, 2017

We recently sat down with McG, director of Netflix's latest original comedy horror film, The Babysitterto learn how Brian Duffield's (Insurgent) script spoke to him, the inspiration behind his cinematic vision for the film and his advice on "deliveri...

Write On by Final Draft Q&A with Writer/Producer Aaron Ginsburg of "The 100"

October 11, 2017

Final Draft hosted a live discussion with Aaron Ginsburg of The CW's The 100. Aaron shared stories about working on the show, how he began his screenwriting career and answered questions from our audience at The Cat & Fiddle.

Write On with "Stronger's" John Pollono

September 29, 2017

John Pollono gets in depth on the many challenges of writing Stronger, an adaptation of the original book about Jeff Bauman (Jake Gyllenhaal), who lost both of his legs when a bomb went off during the 2013 Boston Marathon.

Write On with Screenwriting Fellows, WGA East's Made In NY Writers Room

August 29, 2017

We recently sat down with members of the Made in NY Writers Room - Sarah Kraus, Sofia Quintero, Bryan Parker and Joyce Wu - to learn more about their incredible experience with mentors like Beau Willimon (House of Cards).

Write On with Screenwriting Partners Ronald Bronstein & Josh Safdie Talk "Good Time," Starring Robert Pattinson

August 24, 2017

After a botched bank robbery lands his younger brother in prison, Constantine "Connie" Nikas (Robert Pattinson) embarks on a twisted odyssey through the city's underworld in an increasingly desperate—and dangerous—attempt to get his brother Nick (Ben...

Write On with Screenwriter Pen Densham on "Riding The Alligator"

August 8, 2017

Pen Densham is an Oscar-nominated producer, screenwriter and director best known for his work on Robin Hood: Prince of Theives, The Outer Limits, and The Twilight Zone.

Literary Manager and Big Break Judge Kailey Marsh Reveals How to Catch Her Eye with Your Script!

July 11, 2017

Kailey Marsh takes us through the early years of her career, starting her own firm and how The Blood List has taken on a life of its own.

Write On with Madhouse Entertainment Manager and Big Break Judge, Adam Kolbrenner: How He Can Tell if You're Serious About Screenwriting

June 22, 2017

Madhouse Entertainment manager, Adam Kolbrenner, shares how he learned the art of representation in the industry, why continued education is so important for screenwriters and the very reason he volunteers his time as a judge for our Big Break Screen...