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Scriptcake

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Scriptcake is dedicated to the art and craft of screenwriting. With over 20 years of experience teaching screenwriting, I've seen novice screenwriters struggle with the same issues over and over again. I’ve created this podcast for those of you who struggle with these very same script issues. This podcast will help you overcome the most common mistakes screenwriters make and will help you develop your idea into a multi-dimensional story. If you want help formatting your screenplay, google it. I want to focus on issues that aren’t quite as google-able.

Location:

United States

Description:

Scriptcake is dedicated to the art and craft of screenwriting. With over 20 years of experience teaching screenwriting, I've seen novice screenwriters struggle with the same issues over and over again. I’ve created this podcast for those of you who struggle with these very same script issues. This podcast will help you overcome the most common mistakes screenwriters make and will help you develop your idea into a multi-dimensional story. If you want help formatting your screenplay, google it. I want to focus on issues that aren’t quite as google-able.

Twitter:

@Scriptcake1

Language:

English


Episodes

Emotional Slides

9/24/2023
In this episode, learn about a valuable tool that helps you make the audience go on an emotional rollercoaster of a ride.

Duration:00:04:45

Scott Myers - Screenwriter, Teacher, Author

9/18/2023
I great and insightful conversation with Scott Myers as he discusses his book "The Protagonist's Journey" and his philosophy of storytelling. I learned a lot and you will too! Scott Myers has written over thirty movie and TV projects at every major Hollywood studio and broadcast network. His screenwriting credits include K-9 (Universal) which spawned two sequels, Alaska (Sony/Castle Rock), and Trojan War (Warner Bros.). He has been a member of the Writers’ Guild of America, West since 1987. Scott has taught in the UCLA Extension Writers’ Program, receiving its Outstanding Instructor Award in 2005, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and since 2008 has hosted GoIntoTheStory.com, the official screenwriting blog of the Black List which has over 30,000 Screenwriting blog posts!

Duration:01:17:49

How to Write Visually

9/3/2023
Learn an important secret on how to write visually! Every scene doesn't have to be a big fight.

Duration:00:05:00

Lisanne Sartor - Screenwriter, Teacher, Board President of CineStory Foundation

8/27/2023
Learn about: - her journey into screenwriting - how to develop your own personal thematic - what you could experience at the CineStory retreat - what screenplay competitions look for

Duration:01:01:03

Shawn Harwell - Screenwriter, Teacher

8/20/2023
Shawn discusses: - Writing a Super Bowl Commercial for Eminem - Writing "The Campaign" with Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis - Developing a project with Sandra Bullock - His own journey in screenwriting - and much more...

Duration:01:31:10

Solving the Puzzle

8/13/2023
There are so many puzzles that exist in the world of screenwriting. In this short podcast, I discuss a couple of them. Enjoy!

Duration:00:09:14

Jack Sholder - Director(The Hidden, Nightmare on Elm Street 2), Teacher, Screenwriter

8/6/2023
A great conversation with Jack discussing: - How he started his career - Making Nightmare on Elm Street 2 - What he looks for in a screenplay and much more...

Duration:01:14:00

Screenwriter's Block

8/3/2023
Need a few thoughts on how to deal with Screenwriter's Block, then listen to this podcast.

Duration:00:08:02

Jamie Nash - Screenwriter, Author of "Save the Cat Writes for TV"

7/16/2023
An insightful conversation with Jamie Nash, the author of over 100 screenplays and the book "Save the Cat Writes for TV". Jamie has written numerous produced feature films and teaches screenwriting. Learn about the Transformation Machine, the Broken Compass and many more wonderful screenwriting tools!

Duration:01:15:33

Fear and Consistency

7/9/2023
We celebrate our 50th Podcast this week and discuss two important elements in the writing process - Fear and Consistency! Check it out!

Duration:00:05:13

David Diamond and David Weissman

4/9/2023
Screenwriters David Diamond and David Weissman are best known for writing The Family Man starring Nicolas Cage and Tea Leoni, Old Dogs starring John Travolta and Robin Williams and When in Rome starring Kristen Bell and Josh Duhamel. They are also authors of an amazing book on screenwriting called: Bulletproof: Writing Scripts that Don't Get Shot Down

Duration:01:17:27

Emotional Act Breaks

3/20/2023
This podcast explains why your act breaks have to be emotional. There are two great benefits of writing emotional act breaks. Listen to find out what they are!

Duration:00:06:35

Jason Lubin - Literary Manager/Producer - First Story Entertainment

3/5/2023
A wonderfully candid interview from the point of view of a literary manager. Jason discusses: - What he looks for in a script - What he thinks un-signed writers should focus on - How he thinks writers should define themselves - and much more... Recorded in December 2022.

Duration:01:08:39

Networking

2/26/2023
Check out my take on the do's and don't's of networking in the film industry. For more information on networking, check out Bob Saenz's book "That's Not The Way It Works!"

Duration:00:15:34

Bill True Part II

2/7/2023
A continuation of a conversation with Bill True! Bill discusses: - his writing habits - developing projects in Hollywood - when he writes - Time Travel Bill and more...

Duration:00:56:57

Shane Black - Writer/Director Iron Man 3, The Predator, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Writer Lethal Weapon

1/29/2023
A wonderful conversation with legendary Screenwriter Shane Black! Shane discusses: - Writing Lethal Weapon - Dealing with writing anxiety and imposter syndrome - Writing and Directing Iron Man 3 - Writing and Directing Kiss Kiss Bang Bang - What he's working on next

Duration:01:19:32

John Truby - Author, Mentor, Screenwriter

12/4/2022
Learn all about John's new book - The Anatomy of Genres! Learn why: GENRES have more to do with how your story works than any other element — any other idea, plot device, character archetype, beat sheet, methodology, or prescribed structure — by far. Whether you're writing for movies, TV, or novels, the game is won or lost in genres. You can order this amazing book here ==>> The Anatomy of Genres

Duration:01:21:05

Bill True - Part I - Screenwriter, Mentor, Teacher

11/20/2022
A wonderfully candid conversation with Bill True, Department Chair of the Scottsdale School of Film + Theater and Winner of the Austin Film Festival. Learn: - How Bill dealt with his fear of not being a good writer - What Bill teaches from his own experiences - Lessons all screenwriters need to hear

Duration:01:02:13

Recap of the Austin Film Festival and the American Film Market

11/13/2022
I had the pleasure of being a moderator at the Austin Film Festival and an attendee at the American Film Market over the last few weeks and just wanted to share why you should consider attending both of these amazing events!

Duration:00:06:16

Jen Haire & Gilana Lobel - Authors of "Keys to the Production Office"

11/6/2022
Jen and Gilana have over 40 years of Film/TV production experience. They've written this book to help you learn: - How a production office works - How physical production on Film/TV sets work - How to prepare yourself for a career on sets - How to take a screenplay from script to screen - and much, much more... You can buy a copy of "Keys to the Production Office" here You can learn more about Jen and Gilana here

Duration:00:47:31