Staff Writer

12 Helpful Tips On Beginning A Scene

12 Helpful Tips On Beginning A Scene

Master screenwriting scene craft. Learn proven techniques to write better scenes—from script structure and dialogue to pacing and character dynamics.

 Staff Writer

5 Things Every Screenwriter Should Know Before Writing A Blockbuster Movie

5 Things Every Screenwriter Should Know Before Writing A Blockbuster Movie

Learn what screenwriters need to consider when writing blockbuster movies, from story and spectacle to character, pacing and franchise potential.

 Robert Tobin

How Objective And Subjective Storylines Can Improve Your Screenplay

How Objective And Subjective Storylines Can Improve Your Screenplay

Subjective vs objective storylines: learn how to balance inner character arcs with external plot action to deepen your screenplay and engage audiences. Read tips!!

 John Vourlis

Moving Beyond Screenplay Structure

Moving Beyond Screenplay Structure

​I have been studying, practicing, and teaching screenwriting for three decades, and the one thing I’ve learned is that young screenwriters (in experience, not age) struggle to learn the craft. What they don’t always understand early on is that screenwriting a process. A process that through practice and repetition can be learned, understood and applied. […]

 Scott McConnell

To Write a Great Script, Focus On Plot Structure Not Plot Points Using “Die Hard” as an Example

To Write a Great Script, Focus On Plot Structure Not Plot Points Using “Die Hard” as an Example

Learn why screenwriters should prioritize screenplay structure over plot points. Discover how proper story framework and script beats create compelling professional scripts.