Industry

Explore the history of the film call sheet and how they’ve changed (or not) with the recent advancements in technology.

Learn what a shot list is, why it’s essential to your shoot, and how to create one that keeps your production organized, efficient, and on track.

One of the most noticeable changes is the leap in technology. Today’s horror filmmakers have tools like CGI and advanced special effects that weren’t even imaginable when classics like The …

A deep dive into some of the most famous disagreements between an executive producer and their other producers.

…Let’s hit ‘Start’ and take a look at the adaptations that we always return to, those where we audiences didn’t think were worth a respawn and why. From The Last …

A well-developed arc can work wonders for audience engagement in our screenplays, turning them either into a fan-favorite or most-hated. Crafting relatable and interesting characters makes the stories they’re part …

Whether you’re writing a short piece of fiction, a novel, poem, or screenplay, the general rule of thumb is to hook your audience. That hook could come in the first …

What makes a TV pilot tick? Which ones are successful, and why? Which ones fail to inspire audiences, and why? 

…how do you start? Which route is the one for you? You’ll never know until you try! What you do need to know is that the screenwriting game is an …

Explore the key differences between US and UK sitcoms—from humor and pacing to structure and tone—with examples from both sides of the Atlantic.