Why “Bird Box” Starring Sandra Bullock Was Such a Ginormous Hit for Netflix
Netflix said that a third of its global subscriber base watched their original horror movie Bird Box in the first week it dropped. Whether or not 45 million watched the film has come under some scrutiny, but such criticism misses the point. Why was Bird Box so incredibly popular? Sure, it was advertised and promoted […]
“Accept Rejection, Not Regret.” Nick Kroll Talks Creating The Hit Netflix Animated Series ‘Big Mouth’
According to screenwriter-actor-producer Nick Kroll, animation is the key to true freedom on the small screen. “We can have things like the Hormone Monster and the Shame Wizard as outside forces that influence our kids, but they are simultaneously integrated into who the kids are…” “Animation allows us to express a lot of the kids’ […]
“A Comedic Core Executed As A True Crime Documentary.” Writers Dan Perroult & Tony Yacenda On ‘American Vandal’
American Vandal is a distinctive blend of a whodunnit TV show and infantile humor. It’s currently streaming on Netflix to rave reviews and audience buzz. Creative Screenwriting Magazine visited Dan Perroult and Tony Yacenda, the creators of the hit TV show, to discuss their love of true crime, documentaries, and vandalism. It all began in 2016. […]
“Introduce Yourself As A Writer & Your Brand.” Sage Advice From Zimran Jacob, Netflix Showrunner’s Assistant On ‘The Punisher’ & ‘Narcos’
Creative Screenwriting sat down with Showrunner’s Assistant, Zimran Jacob, to discuss his haphazard path from various production assistant roles to his current position at Netflix. There is no clear career trajectory in the film and TV industry, so you should stay connected, network like crazy and grab opportunities as they come to you. Showrunner’s assistant […]
Female Empowerment Charges the Second Season of “GLOW” on Netflix
On the surface, the first season of Netflix’s hit comedy “GLOW” was about the start of a women’s wrestling TV show in the 1980’s, but in actuality, it was all about the struggles of actresses. Lead character Ruth Wilder (Alison Brie) was such a ‘starving artist’ that she briefly considered the world of porn to […]
