The first draft is the foundation of our creative process, where our ideas tumble out unfiltered, characters come to life in expected ways, and our story begins to take shape.
Scriptwriting
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A romantic comedy is, at its core, the perfect balance of comedy and romance. Though these are two contrasting genres, when done well, together they create both a heartwarming and …
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ScriptwritingStory Development
Building Better Characters: What is a Character Profile and How to Use It
When it comes to crafting powerful stories, few elements are as crucial as the characters that drive them. Whether you’re drafting a novel, screenplay or play, your characters are the …
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Explore why your first draft isn’t quite ready for submission, discuss practical tips for your editing process and how you can seek feedback.
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Why conflict is essential is drama, break down the different types of conflict you can use in your stories, and how some of the most successful movies and TV shows …
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While it’s possible to develop scripts quickly, others can take years of thought, revision and rewriting.Exploring just why that is, and offer you an insight into the creative process, with …
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From Tears to Triumphs: How to Write a Drama Script
Diving into the art of writing a drama screenplay and how you can create compelling characters, a powerful narrative and dialogue that’ll keep your audience on the edge of their …
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How long should our scripts be? Understanding script length is important for many reasons, namely pacing and the potential success of a project, all dictated by the myriad of industry …
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ScriptwritingStory Development
What is a Stock Character? Understanding Their Role in Comedy Writing
Taking a closer look at the role of stock characters in comedy, why they work so well, and how you can use them to enhance your own comedy writing, without …
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In today’s article, we’ll be delving into the funny, funnier and funniest as we explore everything from the different types of comedy, what makes them funny, and how to structure …