Daily discussions about the latest movies and television, including analysis and pro-tips from our global network of screenwriters. Visit thescriptdepartment.net for more shows in our podcast network and to keep up-to-date on our latest projects. Welcome to The Script Department. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-script-department-screenwriting-discussion--3123141/support.
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On December 25th, 2007, movie star and heiress Julie Capsom crashed her car into a tree in Northern California, walked into a nearby clearing, and vanished, leaving behind a male torso in her trunk. 10 years later, reporter Bea Casely and private detective Brenda Bentley are going to reopen the case. Each has a personal tie to the story. Each thinks they know what happened. And each knows the other is going to screw this whole thing up. Join Bea, Brenda, and the rest of the Good People at Wh ...
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Where Business Savvy Meets Self-Growth Swagger. Join Ms. Courtney Jones on a journey that's part business brilliance, part personal development wizardry, and all Gen X attitude. Dive into the world of savvy entrepreneurship, marketing hacks, and tech know-how, spiced with a dash of Old School nostalgia. Proving age is just a number and Gen Xers are the masters of resilience, reinvention, and rocking success on our terms. Get ready for witty insights, bold strategies, and a whole lot of Gen X ...
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Every great film and TV maker began as a Red Carpet Rookie. In this podcast each episode you’ll learn from the life and career story of someone who’s grown to the top of the entertainment business, hearing how they mastered their craft with lessons you can apply to harness your own creative talent in your own career and everyday life. From lessons given by Spielberg to Oscar-winners tips on imposter syndrome, and some pretty crazy on-set anecdotes thrown in for good measure… My name is Mike ...
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From Greater Boston co-creator Jeff Van Dreason comes The Perfect Sentence, an audio fiction concept album unlike anything you've heard before. After the death of his friend Jimmy sends him spiraling, our narrator goes out in search of 'the perfect sentence'. Eleven tracks comprising some of the boldest and most innovative work in audio fiction tod…
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A darkly comedic murder mystery podcast telling the story of Quinn Reynolds, a reluctant true-crime celebrity with a violent past. One year into investigating her sister’s murder, Quinn finds her first major lead — reigniting bitter feuds with the media, law enforcement, and an unhinged group of conspiracy theorists. EP. 1: FANCY FEAST A year into …
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Wheyface Radio is pleased to make some pre-production updates and casting announcements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Wheyface Radio
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Pitfalls to Personal Growth | Short-Fi Audio Drama
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37:38A recruiter for a spiritual guidance group finds herself in grave danger as she uncovers a dark truth behind the mysterious disappearances of her recruits. Written by Lauren C Brits Read by Molly Lydon Study Screenwriting Online: https://www.falmouth.ac.uk/study/online/postgraduate/writing-script-screen Subscribe so you don’t miss anything from our…
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A young woman, reeling from heartbreak, is gifted the latest AI to help her make a fresh start. As the AI learns and evolves into her ex boyfriend , she fall hard for the projection of her lost love. But as fantasy and reality blur, she must decide: reboot her heart or just hit ‘delete’ on the bot. Written by Fiona Georgiou Hunt Read by Beth Frigot…
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The Indigo Lady | Short-Fi Script Reading
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27:00A writer is sent on an assignment to promote an English Stately House. While there, she meets a ghostly figure who reveals a dark secret. Written and read by Neema Kambona Subscribe for more screenwriting discussions and audio dramas. Study Screenwriting Online: https://flexible.falmouth.ac.uk/courses/masters/ma-writing-for-script-and-screen Subscr…
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The Chronicles of John Carter | The Phantom Premise Podcast
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1:01:47This week on The Phantom Premise podcast, Julie and John discuss Rossio and Elliot's unproduced script for The Chronicles of John Carter. Subscribe for more screenwriting discussions and script readings. Study Screenwriting Online: https://flexible.falmouth.ac.uk/courses/masters/ma-writing-for-script-and-screen Subscribe so you don’t miss anything …
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Forgive Arden: The Pranked Priests of St. Patrick's Parish
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24:10In this SPECIAL CROSSOVER EPISODE, Bea and Brenda must solve the greatest mystery of all: who is TORMENTING Father Ben and Father Klem? Who is responsible for the porta-potty incident? The mysterious phone call? And just how intricate are the politics of gothic architect appreciation societies? All this and MORE on this very, very special episode o…
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1941, Germany. Whilst caring for her disabled son, a devoted mother is forced to harbour an injured Soviet pilot in her attic. As suspicion from her neighbours is aroused, she must risk everything to protect the people under her roof. Written by Mitra Kohnesheen Read by Beth Frígot Subscribe for more screenwriting discussions and script readings. S…
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James Bond of the Secret Service | The Phantom Premise Podcast
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1:28:07In this episode of The Phantom Premise, Julie and John talk about Sean Connery's curious attempt to remake Thunderball (before he made Never Say Never Again). Underwater cities and robot sharks are just the beginning of his problems... Subscribe for more screenwriting discussions and script readings. Study Screenwriting Online: https://flexible.fal…
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Daredevil | The Phantom Premise Podcast
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1:18:32On this episode of The Phantom Premise, Julie and John discuss Chris Columbus' unproduced Daredevil script from the mid 90s. Subscribe for more screenwriting discussions and script readings. Study Screenwriting Online: https://flexible.falmouth.ac.uk/courses/masters/ma-writing-for-script-and-screen Subscribe so you don’t miss anything from our netw…
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The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers | Screenwriters Rewatch
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46:27This episode first aired in 2022. Brad, Marcus and Caleb share their thoughts on the The Two Towers. Study Screenwriting Online: https://flexible.falmouth.ac.uk/courses/masters/ma-writing-for-script-and-screen Subscribe so you don’t miss anything from our network of podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/the-script-department/id6442503874 …
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This episode first aired in 2019. A young war veteran and former Olympian turns to professional wrestling in an attempt to raise the spirits of an 8-year-old child. Written by Tom Burrows Read by Ruth Hayes Music by Michael Oliver Check out our site, thescriptdepartment.net for more about all things screenwriting and updates on our show. Study Scre…
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Lost in Translation | Stepping into Frame: Women in Screenwriting Podcast
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42:23This episode originally aired in 2022. Fiona and John discuss Sofia Coppola's Lost in Translation. Subscribe and ring the notification bell for daily screenwriting videos. Subscribe to our channel so you don’t miss anything from our network of podcasts: Visit our website: Follow us on LinkedIn: Follow us on Instagram: Follow us on Facebook: Listen …
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The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring | Screenwriters Rewatch
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54:18This episode originally aired in 2022. Marcus, Caleb and John discuss The Fellowship of the Ring, the first entry of Peter Jackson's epic trilogy. Subscribe and ring the notification bell for daily screenwriting videos. Subscribe to our Channel for FULL EPISODES: Visit our website: Follow us on LinkedIn: Follow us on Instagram: Follow us on Faceboo…
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An undistinguished actor in need of hip replacement surgery plays a cleaner on a reality television show in the hopes of reigniting her career and paying for her operation. As the show progresses, her on-screen value soars while her dignity plummets. Written and read by Belinda Lees Check out our site, thescriptdepartment.net for more about all thi…
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Luckiest Girl Alive | Stepping into Frame: Women in Screenwriting
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56:31This episode originally aired in 2022. Lorna and Fiona review Netflix's Luckiest Girl Alive. Subscribe and ring the notification bell for daily screenwriting videos. Subscribe to our channel so you don’t miss anything from our network of podcasts: https://youtube.com/c/TheScriptDepartment Visit our website: https://www.thescriptdepartment.net F…
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This episode originally aired in 2022. We review Ridley Scott's Prometheus to see if we can tidy up some of the fuzzy logic. Presented by Brad Brookes. Visit our website: https://www.thescriptdepartment.net Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thescriptdepartment Follow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/thescriptdepartme…
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The Shawshank Redemption | Screenwriters Rewatch
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40:04This episode originally aired in 2022. Brad and Marcus discuss The Shawshank Redemption and ask whether or not it deserves its place as an all-time classic. Subscribe and ring the notification bell for daily screenwriting videos. Subscribe to our Channel for FULL EPISODES: https://youtube.com/c/TheScriptDepartment Visit our website: https://www.…
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Moxie | Stepping into Frame: Women in Screenwriting
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43:14This episode originally aired in 2022. Fiona, Eva and Jennifer discuss Amy Poehler's Moxie. Subscribe and ring the notification bell for daily screenwriting videos. Subscribe to our channel so you don’t miss anything from our network of podcasts: https://youtube.com/c/TheScriptDepartment Visit our website: https://www.thescriptdepartment.net Fo…
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The Dark Knight Rises | The Phantom Premise
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1:08:23This episode originally aired in 2022. This week's episode of The Phantom Premise (formerly The Great Hollywood Rewrite) we try to fix the gaping plotholes of The Dark Knight Rises. Presented by Brad Brookes. Visit our website: https://www.thescriptdepartment.net Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thescriptdepartment Follow…
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Blade Runner | Screenwriters Rewatch
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1:21:01This episode originally aired in 2022. Marcus, Mat and John share their thoughts on Ridley Scott's seminal science fiction classic, Blade Runner. Subscribe and ring the notification bell for daily screenwriting videos. Subscribe to our Channel for FULL EPISODES: https://youtube.com/c/TheScriptDepartment Visit our website: https://www.thescriptde…
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This episode originally aired in 2022. A traumatised victim of intimate partner violence is struggling to maintain her equilibrium as a yoga teacher in a new community. Her fragile health is threatened by the unexpected arrival of her ex-partner. Written by Belinda Lees Read by Ruth Hayes For more great stories, visit www.thescriptdepartment.net Su…
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We are delighted to share with you the series premiere of the thrilling and chilling sci-fi podcast DERELICT. DERELICT begins with its first season, FATHOM, in which an ancient artifact resembling a giant door has been found at the bottom of Earth's ocean. To study it, the galaxy's most powerful corporation has built a massive, secret research base…
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Rewriting Prometheus | The Phantom Premise Podcast
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1:37:33This epsiode originally aired in 2022. This week we review Ridley Scott's Prometheus to see if we can tidy up some of the fuzzy logic. Presented by Brad Brookes. Visit our website: https://www.thescriptdepartment.net Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thescriptdepartment Follow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/thescriptdep…
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Adapting Fleabag | Stepping into Frame: Women in Screenwriting Podcast
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35:05This episode originally aired in 2023. Fiona and Lorna discuss Fleabag and it's adaptation from stage to screen. Subscribe and ring the notification bell for daily screenwriting videos. Subscribe to our channel so you don’t miss anything from our network of podcasts: https://youtube.com/c/TheScriptDepartment Visit our website: https://www.thescript…
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Beverly Hills Cop 2009 | The Phantom Premise Podcast
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1:12:54This week, in preparation for Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, Julie and John look at the rejected 2008 screenplay for the fourth film in the Beverly Hills Cop franchise, written by Michael Brandt and Derek Haas. Visit our website: https://www.thescriptdepartment.net Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thescriptdepartment Follow us on…
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This episode originally aired in 2022. Marcus and Fiona discuss Hitchcock's Psycho from 1960 and see if it deserves a place in The Script Department vaults. Subscribe and ring the notification bell for daily screenwriting videos. Subscribe to our Channel for FULL EPISODES: https://youtube.com/c/TheScriptDepartment Visit our website: https://www.the…
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Eve, an elderly widow, has lived alone in her cottage for years. Frail and scared to leave her home, she spends her days avoiding neighbours and old friends. That is, until a mischievous dog shows up, disturbs her peace, and leads her out into the world. Written by Katie Sullivan Read by Beth Frigot Subscribe for more screenwriting discussions and …
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Our Pet Peeves in Screenwriting | Expert Advice
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1:18:33This episode originally aired in 2022. Marcus and John go off on a rant today... Subscribe and ring the notification bell for daily screenwriting videos. Subscribe to our Channel: https://youtube.com/c/TheScriptDepartment Visit our website: https://www.thescriptdepartment.net Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thescriptdepartme…
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Rocks | Stepping into Frame: Women in Screenwriting Podcast
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44:30This episode originally aired in 2022. Fiona and Lorna review Rocks. Subscribe and ring the notification bell for daily screenwriting videos. Subscribe to our channel so you don’t miss anything from our network of podcasts: https://youtube.com/c/TheScriptDepartment Visit our website: https://www.thescriptdepartment.net Follow us on LinkedIn: https:…
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The Hobbit | The Phantom Premise Podcast
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1:17:09This episode originally aired in 2022. In this episode, Brad and John are looking at The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey. Presented by Brad Brookes. Visit our website: https://www.thescriptdepartment.net Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thescriptdepartment Follow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/thescriptdepartment Follow …
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Avengers: Infinity War | Screenwriters Rewatch
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1:05:13This episode originally aired in 2022. Brad, John and Marcus rewatch Avengers Infinity War and see if it still holds up several years later. Subscribe and ring the notification bell for daily screenwriting videos. Subscribe to our Channel for FULL EPISODES: https://youtube.com/c/TheScriptDepartment Visit our website: https://www.thescriptdepartment…
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This episode originally aired in 2019. A child, Matilda, witnesses her family descend into dread after the arrival of a sickly woman to their 19th century English farm. The woman tells the child stories of a folklore tale, causing Matilda to question her reality. Meanwhile, a very real threat lurks outside the walls of their home. Written by John F…
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Star Trek: The Beginning (2006) | The Phantom Premise Podcast
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1:36:34Star Trek newbie Julie is joined by our resident Trekspert Marcus to discuss Erik Jendresen's unproduced script for an eleventh Star Trek film. Subscribe for more screenwriting discussions and script readings. Subscribe so you don’t miss anything from our network of podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/the-script-department/id6442503874 …
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Expert Advice | Calling Yourself a Screenwriter, Financing & Following Trends
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36:10Julie and John discuss more FAQs in the screenwriting community. When can you start calling yourself a screenwriter? How do you get a film financed? Does following the latest 'trends' make your screenplay more likely to be picked up? Subscribe for more screenwriting discussions and script readings. Subscribe so you don’t miss anything from our netw…
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This episode originally aired in 2022. Marcus and Caleb rewatch Carpenter's seminal horror, The Thing. Subscribe for more screenwriting discussions and script readings. Subscribe so you don’t miss anything from our network of podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/the-script-department/id6442503874 The Short-Fi Podcast: https://open.spotif…
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This episode originally aired in 2019. James is suffering from severe sleep deprivation is on the verge of cracking. His neighbour, Peter, a metal sculptor, works late into the night whilst singing off-key opera. Now, James methodically plans Peter’s demise. The only thing standing between him and a good night’s sleep is the Neighbourhood Watch. Wr…
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Expert Advice | Collaboration, Idea Theft & Short Storytelling
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36:27This week on Expert Advice, Julie and John discuss some questions from our community members. Subscribe for more screenwriting discussions and script readings. Subscribe so you don’t miss anything from our network of podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/the-script-department/id6442503874 The Short-Fi Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/sho…
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This episode originally aired in 2022. Marcus and Oisin rewatch The Shining and discuss their thoughts. Subscribe for more screenwriting discussions and script readings. Subscribe so you don’t miss anything from our network of podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/the-script-department/id6442503874 The Short-Fi Podcast: https://open.spoti…
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Sherlock Holmes & The Vengeance of Dracula | The Phantom Premise Podcast
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1:12:34In this episode of The Phantom Premise, Julie and John discuss an unproduced script or Sherlock Holmes and the Vengeance of Dracula. Subscribe for more screenwriting discussions and script readings. Subscribe so you don’t miss anything from our network of podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/the-script-department/id6442503874 The Short-F…
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First aired back in 2019. A man returns home one night to find his girlfriend still up. As the night drags on, the good-humoured conversation descends into frustration and rage and the lines of reality and fiction begin to blur. Written and read by Marcus Armstrong Subscribe for more screenwriting discussions and script readings. Subscribe so you d…
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James Cameron's Spider-Man | The Phantom Premise Podcast
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1:12:56In this episode of The Phantom Premise, we look at the 1991 treatment for James Cameron's unproduced Spider-Man film. Subscribe for more screenwriting discussions and script readings. Subscribe so you don’t miss anything from our network of podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/the-script-department/id6442503874 Study screenwriting online…
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Episode 8 | The Creative Force | Star Wars Discussion
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1:02:53It's the final episode of The Creative Force (for now) and we are looking to the future. The future of Star Wars; what does it look like? Subscribe for more screenwriting discussions and script readings. Subscribe so you don’t miss anything from our network of podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/the-script-department/id6442503874 Study …
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#51 - Ronan Bennett: Creating Top Boy, Working with Michael Mann, Following Obsession, Stamina, and Why Screenwriting is like Playing Tennis with Novak Djokovic
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26:21Today’s guest began his career writing novels informed by his experiences growing up in the troubles of 1970s Northern Ireland such as The Second Prison which was shortlisted for the 1991 Irish Times prize. Soon after, he began writing for television and film, again bringing signature realism to his work in later projects including Michael Mann’s g…
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Sitting together on their usual bench, George and Max feel a difference between them, something has changed. Max struggles to accept this and must find the right words to talk to his oldest friend or risk harming their memories forever. Written by Marcus Armstrong Read by Scott Suter Subscribe for more screenwriting discussions and script readings.…
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Episode 7 | The Creative Force | Star Wars Discussion
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1:05:56This week we're going through the more quirky aspects of Star Wars that made their way into the franchise, including Han Solo's "See you in Hell!", sentient droids, that kiss (you know the one) and a whole lot more. Subscribe for more screenwriting discussions and script readings. Subscribe so you don’t miss anything from our network of podcasts: h…
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#50 - Lorien McKenna: How the The Pixar Story Department Actually Works, Creating Career Agency, Writing For Visuals, Challenging Shame and The Power of Vulnerability
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38:09Today’s guest began her creative journey in the world of theatre before moving to Pixar where she worked in the story department of hits including Ratatouille, Up, Brave, The Good Dinosaur and Inside Out. Having now transitioned to writing and showrunning her own projects, most recently the double Emmy nominated Tab Time as well as co-hosting mega-…
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Episode 6 | The Creative Force | Star Wars Discussion
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1:10:54Did Obi-Wan become more powerful than we could possibly imagine? Death is a funny thing in Star Wars and this week we're delving into how Death has been used as a creative device in the Star Wars Universe. Subscribe for more screenwriting discussions and script readings. Subscribe so you don’t miss anything from our network of podcasts: https://pod…
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