Do Your Opening Pages Really Matter That Much? (From Script)
In this week’s round up brought to us by Script magazine, we look at why your opening pages send all sorts of messages that transcend the actual story you are telling and why they are your introduction as a writer to be taken seriously.
In this week’s round up brought to us by Script magazine, we look at why your opening pages send all sorts of messages that transcend the actual story you are telling and most importantly why they are your introduction as a writer to be taken seriously. Plus, catch up on our in-depth interviews with screenwriting legend David Koepp on his new film Black Bag, Long Bright River co-creator and showrunner Nikki Toscano, A24’s Opus writer-director Mark Anthony Green, and more!
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When writing the Sci-Fi script, audiences are looking for entertaining stories with interesting, developed characters that take them out of this world and into another.
Make Your Script's Opening Pages Stand Out
This live webinar will explore why these pages matter so much, and how you can entice a reader to stay with your script.
What Happens in the Field, Stays in the Field: David Koepp Discusses His New Thriller Black Bag
David Koepp talks about penning this crackling thriller, writing on spec, and utilizing a MacGuffin that’s simple and powerful.
The Soul and the Spine of What Made "Long Bright River" with Showrunner and Co-Creator Nikki Toscano
Nikki Toscano discusses the adaptation and seamless collaborative process with author and co-creator Liz Moore, why she was drawn to lead character Mickey’s voice and her unreliable narration, the importance of balancing character drama and the murder mystery, ensuring each twist served a larger narrative purpose. And the importance of portraying the Kensington community authentically, involving local advisors and casting.
Do Your Opening Pages Really Matter That Much?
Your opening pages send all sorts of messages that transcend the actual story you are telling. They are your introduction, your initial handshake, your non-verbal communication that you are a writer to be taken seriously.
Interview with Director Catherine Gund about Her New Film Meanwhile
In this wide-ranging interview, Susan Kouguell discusses with filmmaker Catherine Gund their respective work and shared artistic sensibilities in terms of employing nontraditional filmmaking structures, the inclusion of poetry in film, tackling challenging subject matter, and how to make it the most honest.
The Facets of Tribalism: A Conversation with Opus Writer-Director Mark Anthony Green
Mark Anthony Green discusses his approach to filmmaking, focusing on thematic anchors, like tribalism and character development, particularly Ariel’s character. As well as his overall mission to engage with audiences, his dream collaboration with music artists Nile Rodgers and The-Dream and praises his crew for giving it their all to support his vision.
