Chloé Zhao & Maggie O’Farrell Interview: Adapting Hamnet, Grief, and the Real Story of Shakespeare’s Wife
Chloé Zhao & Maggie O’Farrell on adapting Hamnet: craft, voice, structure, casting, and cinematic choices that shaped the film’s intimate, lyrical adaptation.
Paul Thomas Anderson On Magnolia, Boogie Nights, and Hard Eight. “Remember the Power is Yours. The Power is in the Writer”
In the second of a two part series, Paul discusses the problem with writer's block in reverse, writing for Tom Cruise, and his Oscar-nominated film Magnolia.
Paul Thomas Anderson on writing Magnolia, Hard Eight & Boogie Nights: craft, influences, and process in his own words – an intimate interview. Deep dive on craft.
Frank Darabont on “The Shawshank Redemption”
In the first of a two part series, Frank Darabont discusses getting started in the business, the appeal of Stephen King, and themes of hope and redemption in The Shawshank Redemption.
Frank Darabont on The Shawshank Redemption and The Green Mile: an in-depth interview on adaptation, directing, and storytelling craft for filmmakers and fans.!!
Kevin Smith on Screenwriting, Part I
In the first of a two-part series, Kevin Smith takes us on a journey through his so-called 'Jersey Trilogy' of early films, from Clerks to Chasing Amy.
Kevin Smith on his films and screenwriting advice: candid stories, craft tips, and career lessons for aspiring writers-practical, blunt wisdom.
M. Night Shyamalan on “The Sixth Sense” & “Unbreakable”
In this extensive interview, M. Night Shyamalan discusses his two most famous films, explores his writing process, and reveals what he should have made The Sixth Sense about.
M. Night Shyamalan on The Sixth Sense and Unbreakable: candid career interview on twists, directing, and storytelling craft – insights for filmmakers and fans!!
