From The Vaults: Calculating Emotions: Elements of Screenwriting and Human Behavior
This article was originally published in November 2015. There is nothing like a film that jolts your emotions. Whether you are moved to tears, or nearly fall on the floor laughing. When your reactions to a story are vivid you will remember the story long after you’ve digested the popcorn and moved on with life. […]
Spotlight: The Burden of Truth
Josh Singer discusses his commitment to truth and authenticity, the power of the newsroom, and the challenge of condensing life stories into a two-hour film.
By Carla Iacovetti. From a news story that broke in Boston, to a major motion picture that was just nominated for six Academy Award nominations (best picture, best director, best screenplay, best supporting actor, best supporting actress and best film editing), Spotlight is a very interesting film, because there is not one hero, but several […]
Calculating Emotions: Elements of Screenwriting and Human Behavior
Author and professor of psychology Dr. William Indick reveals how to connect an audience to story.
By Carla Iacovetti. There is nothing like a film that jolts your emotions. Whether you are moved to tears, or nearly fallout on the floor laughing, when your reactions to a story are vivid, you will remember the story long after you’ve digested the popcorn and moved on with life; it is indelible. But lasting […]
Real People on the Page: How to Write Characters Audiences Believe In
Carla Iacovetti explores the importance of good characterization, and discusses the issue with award-winning scriptwriter Glenn Benest.
Craft characters that feel real. Get tips on writing authentic, engaging characters that drive your story forward.
Flashbacks in Screenwriting: When to Use Them and How to Make Them Work — Expert Advice from David Trotter
David Trottier on The Use of Flashbacks.
Should screenwriters use flashbacks? Screenplay expert David Trotter breaks down the rules and how to use them effectively.
