Writing screenplays in our present time is challenging for a variety of reasons. There is more competition, lack of mentors, and less avid readers out there. In this episode, we cover what you should do as a screenplay writer when facing these challenges.

In this episode, we talk about…

Websites for screenwriting advice - The Black List and Wordplayer

The cardinal sin of sending an unsolicited screenplay

Making an effort to be better, more avid readers

Advocating for your own material and overcoming the network effects 

Why you need to be a person that people like

The many reasons to love Fuji Film 

Choosing a camera based on workflow integration and body ergonomics

Switching from Twitter to Mastodon




Memorable Quotes
“If the screenplay is good enough, lock it in a drawer, and someone will come find it.” [2:09]

“With every script, you have to decide…am I passionately trying to get this made? Or is this a spec to take me somewhere else?” [7:55]

“With clarity of goal and purpose, steps after, start to become clearer.” [11:17]

“Get in the arena and make the connections.” [24:23]




Mentioned in the episode:
The Black List

Wordplayer

Fujifilm X-T5
Mastodon


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