Mark Sevi

“\Ryan Coogler’s Impact on Cinema. Explore how the acclaimed filmmaker shaped Black representation, storytelling, and changed Hollywood filmmaking.

“\Ryan Coogler’s Impact on Cinema. Explore how the acclaimed filmmaker shaped Black representation, storytelling, and changed Hollywood filmmaking.

Writer/director Ryan Coogler is having a moment. One that has lasted most of his career. From film school to multi-million-dollar movies there seems nothing he can’t produce that isn’t celebrated by critics and audiences alike. Ryan Coogler’s films have left a profound mark on contemporary cinema, merging powerful storytelling with cultural appeal. His work is […]

 Staff Writer

“Be Savvy, But Follow Your Heart” Filmmaker Phil Volken’s Ode To Screenwriters

“Be Savvy, But Follow Your Heart” Filmmaker Phil Volken’s Ode To Screenwriters

Creative Screenwriting Magazine spoke to filmmaker (don’t call him a writer-director) about screenplays and what attracts him to a project. If you don’t find a project you like, write it yourself. Currently he has a film set up at Baron Davis’ Company NoLabel entitled Blacktop and other at Dana Brunetti’s company entitled Anarchia which he […]

 Brock Swinson

Mel Brooks on Screenwriting & What Makes A Good Story

Mel Brooks on Screenwriting & What Makes A Good Story

Hollywood icon Mel Brooks discusses his writing process, what makes a good story, and his love of Fred Astaire films.

Mel Brooks interview: Explore insights into his legendary films and storytelling techniques. Discover what makes a great story from the comedy filmmaking icon.