263. Writing the Contained Thriller

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263. Writing the Contained Thriller

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Sep 22, 2012

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Chris Sparling, writer of "Buried," talks about finding inspiration from airplanes, obituaries and bunk beds.

Released:

Sep 22, 2012

Format:

Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

ON THE PAGE: Join professional script consultant Pilar Alessandra as she demystifies screenwriting and answers your questions about script craft and story.

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239. Writing For the Faith-based Market: No preaching on this podcast! Filmmakers Alan Tregoning and Jason Vaile talk about writing for the Christian market and their personal success with "speed filmmaking." by On The Page
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250. Eye of the Hurricane: Writer/director Jesse Wolfe discussed the making of his indie film starring Campbell Scott and Melanie Lynskey. by On The Page
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233. Beyond Project Greenlight: Director Efram Potelle discusses his approach to writing, directing and the film industry. by On The Page
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228. Four TV Movies!: Jen Notas, writer, OTP client and former babysitter, talks about writing for Hallmark. Joe Gold and Tammy Caplan update us on their indie film. by On The Page
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231. Rom-Com Structure: Pilar offers eight different romantic comedy structures as guest David Kessler lends his dating wisdom. by On The Page
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227. Writing For The Tonight Show: Tonight Show writer Michael Loprete talks about writing for late-night TV. Pilar lists scenes she'd like to retire in 2012. by On The Page
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236. TV Trends 2012: Writer/journalist Michael Grebb discusses the current tastes and trends of the cable and broadcast networks. by On The Page
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235. Storytelling in Tel Aviv: Julie Gray discusses her plan to unite women in the Middle East through writing and filmmaking. www.storiesnoborders.com by On The Page
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237. Ten Ways to Get an Agent: TV executive / career coach Carole Kirschner explains it all to you. http://www.hollywoodgameplan.com by On The Page
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230. Acting Wisdom for Writers: Actor Kevin E. West's (CASTLE, JUSTIFIED, LOST, 24) approach to the page reveals great character and story tips for writers. http://kevinewest.com/ by On The Page
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241. The Power of Film: UCLA Screenwriting Professor Howard Suber discusses key ponts from his books The Power of Film and Letters to Young Screenwriters. http://thepoweroffilm.com by On The Page
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263. Writing the Contained Thriller: Chris Sparling, writer of "Buried," talks about finding inspiration from airplanes, obituaries and bunk beds. by On The Page
59 min listen
242. Writing Great Scene Direction: Pilar, Pat and guest Alex Cramer explore and analyze well-written character descriptions and action lines. New contest announcement as well! by On The Page
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246. Hollywood Logic: Doug Chamberlain, writer of Toy Story 2, reveals what he's learned about writing and the business. by On The Page
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249. GAPF 2012: Roving reporter San Francisco Terisa interviews writers, producers and organizers at the 2012 Great American Pitchfest. by On The Page
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234. Making a Scene: Find out how Pilar got a black eye, Nick got locked in a trunk and Pat spilled his milkshake. by On The Page
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229. The Editors' POV: POV of movie storytelling from Crispin Struthers (editorial dept. for THE FIGHTER, ROCK N' ROLLA and more) and Charles Kaplan (editorial department for HOT TUB TIME MACHINE, THE ROCKER, and more). by On The Page
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240. Writing Through It: Irving Belateche, professional screenwriter and author of Under An Orange Sun, Some Days Are Blue, talks about how a tragic moment changed his perception about life and screenwriting. by On The Page
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226. Josh Stolberg Writes Everything: Indie, Studio, Horror, B-movie... Josh wrote it or is writing it! by On The Page
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251. Action Line Contest!: Parts 1 and 2 of the reading and analyzing listener submitted scene direction. Who will be the winner? by On The Page
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244. Mom as Protagonist: Mom as movie protagonist? Pilar, Pat and filmmaker Leila Charles Leigh discuss! http://www.leilacharlesleigh.com by On The Page
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243. Smart Writing For Clever Kids: Jack Thomas, writer of "The Fairly Odd Parents," "The Replacements," and the tv show "How to Train Your Dragon," talks about his writing career. Special cameo by Rita Dodson. by On The Page
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238. Out-of-the-Box Funding: Independent filmmakers J.T. Arbogast and Kimberly Dilts talk about their creative approach to storytelling and fundraising. www.angelsperch.com by On The Page
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232. Oscar Talk 2012: Pilar and Laurence join Pope's Picks team Brian Pope and Michael Musa in discussing and analyzing the best screenplay and best adapted screenplay Oscar nominees. by On The Page
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253. Karin Gist and Regina Hicks: Karin and Regina write together and apart, cover every genre on TV and have great advice on getting work! by On The Page
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247. Writing for Conan: Conan writers Dan Cronin and Ted Levin talk comedy, submission packets and the "joke delivery system." by On The Page
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294. The Writing Groups: The members of Pilar's private writers' groups tell all. by On The Page
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257. Catch-up and Conflict: Pilar and David talk shop and discuss the meaning of scene conflict. by On The Page
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277. The Seven Year Pitch: Actor/Producer Joe Sabatino describes the journey he went on to create, pitch and produce the one-hour show "Necessary Roughness." by On The Page
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248. Comedy Film Nerds: Graham Elwood and Chris Mancini, hosts of the Comedy Film Nerds Podcast, discuss popcorn movies, genre cliches, smart kids camp and the Secret Service. www.comedyfilmnerds.com by On The Page
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854. Writing His Way Into a New Life: As he reaches his ten year anniversary of writing, Scotty Mullen returns to share his thoughts on what he’s learned from writing low budget horror, women in peril movies, Christmas movies and so much more. Bottom line: Writing has to be fun! by On The Page
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263. Writing the Contained Thriller

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