In praise of Tim Burton's storytelling, tear jerking masterpiece, which offered all of the emotion and none of the Johnny Depp.
Eagle-eyed viewers may notice various breadcrumbs throughout 'Her' that allude to Theodore Twombly (Joaquin Phoenix) and Samantha (Scarlett Johansson) living in a post-capitalist future, struggling to shed the lingering effects of a market-driven society of the not-so-distant past.
Since 2005, film executive Franklin Leonard, has been putting out this annual list of the best unproduced screenplays, and this week, the 2020 version was released by Showtime's Desus and Mero.
Billy Wilder is a name that instantly comes up in conversation, especially if you're in film school or simply an enthusiast who lives and breathes cinema. His films, achievements, and wisdom have been the foundation of books and the inspiration behind films that have graced the silver screens throughout the years.
From Hallmark to Netflix, let’s take a walk through the history of holiday flicks, its huge commercial appeal, and the psychology as to why we crave these stories time and again.
We're finally back and we have some deep discussions regarding the 'Roseanne' situation and whether it was handled correctly, reactions to 'Venom' and other critically panned movies that we love, and whether or not diversity in film is in danger of becoming a gimmick - amongst other things.
Phoebe Waller-Bridge has seen a fast rise to prominence in both writing and acting in "Fleabag", "Killing Eve", and now "Solo: A Star Wars Story". It's time you got to meet her.
Onscreen diversity is greatly needed, but when diverse casting decisions are announced without story reasons, is diversity in danger of becoming a gimmick?
Juliet Landau, famous for her role as Drusilla in 'Buffy', took some time to chat with us about her feature length directorial debut, 'A Place Among the Dead', which seeks to deconstruct the nature of the narcissist through an acutely apt metaphor of vampire mythology.
In the years since 'Good Will Hunting' the two of them had never again gotten together to write a screenplay, that's about to change - with Ridley Scott directing.
Pixar has turned itself into a household name, racking up countless awards and universal praise. So what's the secret to their timeless storytelling?
If there’s any highly anticipated annual occasion that's of the same caliber as the holiday season, it would undoubtedly be film festival season; celebrated not just by the media and entertainment industry but also by film fanatics across the globe.
Eagle-eyed viewers may notice various breadcrumbs throughout 'Her' that allude to Theodore Twombly (Joaquin Phoenix) and Samantha (Scarlett Johansson) living in a post-capitalist future, struggling to shed the lingering effects of a market-driven society of the not-so-distant past.
Dominik's western uses the idea of the outlaw, specifically through analyzing Jesse James and Robert Ford's relationship, as an allegory for modern American celebrity obsession and the negative consequences of a culture that worships popular people as godlike figures.
Whether your screenplay is written in three or five acts, an audience can only truly appreciate a complete story, so I say why not implement a proven form that has satisfied audiences for over two thousand years.
Hollywood is a tough industry to break into but it is certainly not impossible. Let’s take an in-depth look into screenwriting contests and how they could help get one’s foot in the door.
Check out our sit down with Jeff Bonnett, Hollywood screenwriter as we talk in depth about the screenwriting process, pitching a screenplay to studios, Christmas movies, Lindsay Lohan taking the lead in his movie 'Falling for Christmas,' and more.
From blockbuster films such as 'Lord of the Rings' to TV series such as 'Game of Thrones', let’s break down the various factors as to why adaptations have become a vital part of the industry.
Rising filmmaker, Tyler Taormina, took time to speak with us about the experiences of directing his first feature film, 'Ham on Rye.'
Joan Wai, the director of the Academy's Nicholl Fellowships sat down with us to answer questions and give advice about screenwriting, competitions, and breaking into the film industry.
We sat down with Brazilian filmmaker, Bruna Cabral, to discuss her journey from being a law school graduate to working in independent film and the process of bringing a sensitive topic like Alzheimer's to film in her award-winning short, 'Piece of Me.'
The ongoing Hollywood Writers’ strike has many wondering what the fuss is all about, but there's been a long history of our greatest storytellers fighting for their rightful share. Let's take a look.
The study of film and its effect on human development has been a hotly debated and ever-growing field over the years, but it was Arthur P. Shimamra who coined the term "psychocinematics" to examine the way films affect our mental processes.
This article is about those teachers that have stood out, that have challenged the norm, and made us question the basics and what we deem as fundamental. Highlighting what I think to be the most insightful tips on the craft of Screenwriting, I will list just a few, and hope that it will enlighten those who have reached a wall in their script or feel they need to make the hero/ heroine’s goal a little more challenging/relatable.