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All the Write Moves: Creed II

December 10, 2018

The myriad parallels between the ups and downs of the Rocky franchise and the way the franchise’s two protagonists navigate athletic careers are fascinating. In the first six movies, spanning 1976 to 2006, simple but noble boxer Rocky Balboa (Sylvest...

What I Did at Austin Film Festival 2018

December 6, 2018

Specificity is what makes story universal.

Write On with Josh Singer, Oscar-winning screenwriter of 'Spotlight'

December 5, 2018

“Getting in there and trying to find what’s compelling about these stories and then communicate that and grab people and bring them into the theaters…That job I love.”

The Weekend Movie Takeaway: December 3, 2018

December 4, 2018

With no major new releases over the weekend, last week's box office winners held over for the most part.

All the Write Moves: Mary Queen of Scots

December 4, 2018

In a life that spanned just 44 years, Mary Stuart (1542-1587), better known as “Mary, Queen of Scots,” changed the course of British history and left behind an example of empowered womanhood that continues to fascinate. She’s been the subject of book...

Weekend Writing Inspiration: 5 Steps to Choosing Your Next Script

December 1, 2018

“I have so many ideas, I don’t know where to start. Can you help?”

The Weekend Movie Takeaway: November 28, 2018

November 29, 2018

Even though it arrived somewhat later than fans may have expected, a good six years after Wreck-It Ralph, the Disney sequel Ralph Breaks The Internet opened to a giant $84.5 million over the Thanksgiving weekend, proving that audience goodwill for th...

Weekend Writing Inspiration: 7 Ways to Come Up With New Screenplay Ideas

November 23, 2018

“How can I come up with story ideas, especially if I’m feeling burnt out?”

Write On: Austin Film Festival Wrap Up

November 21, 2018

"[Austin Film Festival] will make you feel less alone as a writer who’s trying to break into the business. There’s wonderful networking and camaraderie here…”