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Write On with 'Good on Paper' Writer Iliza Shlesinger
Good on Paper is a romantic comedy that tells the ‘mostly’ true story of finding Mr. Right but discovering he may be too good to be true. Writer and star Iliza Shlesinger talks about how being a stand-up comic informed her writing process. "As a comi...
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5 Screenwriting Takeaways from the dreamy "In the Heights"
In the Heights is an excellent way to pop your post-pandemic theater cherry if you have yet to go. The movie feels like summer in the city: Block parties, fire hydrant swims, public pool parties, and dancing in the streets. But it’s also so much more...
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Showrunner, head writer and executive producer Suzan-Lori Parks shares what makes Aretha Franklin a 'Genius'
We know Aretha Franklin for her popular songs like “Respect” and “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman” that soundtrack popular culture and important moments in history. Her voice echoes over the civil rights movement and even hums over today's mo...
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Sparks of inspiration: Edgar Wright discusses 'The Sparks Brothers' and the role of music in his films
California brothers Ron and Russell Mael have been making music together as the band SPARKS for more than 50 years. Their idiosyncratic approach to songwriting and performance has left its mark in various musical genres, including glam rock and synth...
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History of TV: ‘Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman’
Superman and Lois has officially hit The CW's airwaves, and this latest bit of goodness from Berlanti Productions had me reminiscing about my first encounter with superheroes: Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman. I was 10 years old when ...
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This Town' takes on prejudice in the form of satire
To say that the current state of our world lives by cancel culture and the rush to judgment of our friends and neighbors is an understatement. Documentary filmmaker turned actor and comedic narrative director David White examines this trend in his ne...
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Write On with 'Hacks' Co-Creator and Writer Jen Statsky
HBO’s Hacks explores a dark mentorship that forms between a legendary Las Vegas comedian and an entitled, outcast 25-year-old. "The story of this show, in a lot of ways, is about two women who come together and work together,” says Jen. “They make ea...
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Live Q&A with 'Cobra Kai' creators Jon Hurwitz, Josh Heald, and Hayden Schlossberg
Check out our virtual chat with Cobra Kai creators Jon Hurwitz, Josh Heald, and Hayden Schlossberg! The trio discusses their 3rd season, the show's move to Netflix, and how they flipped the beloved storyline of Karate Kid on its head to create this b...
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5 Screenwriting Takeaways: How 'Plan B' makes the morning after pill quest hysterical
America is again on the precipice of shameful anti-abortion legislation, and the Supreme Court is reviewing a case that could overturn Roe v. Wade entirely. The timing of Plan B's release, a refreshing comedy that deals with the realities of being a ...
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What’s new in Final Draft 13?
WRITING GOALS &
PRODUCTIVITY STATS
Set goals and get valuable insights to take your work to the next level
TYPEWRITER
A new typewriter-like view option improves your focus
EMOJI
Craft more realistic onscreen text exchanges and make your notes more emotive
And so much more, thoughtfully designed to help unleash your creativity.
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