The Wrong Girls: Dylan Meyer’s Razor-Sharp Stoner Buddy Comedy of Female Friendship
Discover The Wrong Girls, Dylan Meyer’s indie comedy about chaotic female friendship — funny, raw, and unapologetically real.
Michael J. Murphy on Moving Past Studio Roadblocks to Make an Independent Film
Michael J. Murphy first began making short films before he was old enough to drive. Since then, he has expanded his creative tentacles into social media and branded digital content. In between gigs, he attempted to set up his feature projects at a major studio until it eventually fell apart. Although disappointed, he wasn’t deterred. […]
Behind The Scenes With Gus Van Sant on “Dead Man’s Wire”
In-depth interview with director Gus Van Sant on his film Dead Man’s Wire. Learn character development & screenwriting tips for writing an indie film.
How Billy Bob Thornton Wrote and Directed ‘Sling Blade’: The Craft Behind a Cult Classic
In this excerpt from a classic interview with Creative Screenwriting, Billy Bob Thornton discusses his critically-acclaimed film Sling Blade.
Billy Bob Thornton reveals how he wrote and directed the violent indie classic Sling Blade. Useful insights for screenwriters!
Richard Linklater on Boyhood: Turning 12 Years Into a Film That Feels Like Life
"I think the whole thing was overthought. All I had was time to think about everything." Linklater discusses his latest film, Boyhood.
Richard Linklater discusses Boyhood, 12 years of filming, memory, time, and the creative risks behind the landmark drama.
