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Writing about Writing
Posts about general writing advice, industry observations, and more!
Mic
Feb 194 min read
Writing Advice Wednesday: When to Use ALL-CAPS in a Screenplay
Someone skim-reading your script is inevitable. Don’t let your important details get missed -- learn how to use ALL-CAPS effectively!
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Mic
Feb 18 min read
Opening Sequences: Where Stories Thrive or Die
Your first 15 pages can make or break your script. Learn how to hook your audience fast—or risk their eternal boredom. 🔥🎬
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Mic
Oct 3, 202416 min read
Sequel Analysis: Joker: Folie à Deux
A musical, courtroom drama, and psychological thriller walk into a bar. The result is Folie à Deux, and it's better than the original Joker.
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Mic
Jul 26, 20247 min read
Killing Your Darlings
Sometimes a story WANT can seem like a story NEED, and vice versa! Using this revision tactic will help you determine which is which.
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Mic
Jun 15, 20249 min read
What Your Logline Says About Your Script
Anyone who hears or reads your logline is going to make snap judgements about it. Find out what your logline says about your script!
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Mic
Apr 27, 20245 min read
How to Write With the Screen in Mind (part 2 - parentheticals)
Unnecessary parentheticals are the easiest thing to fix, but the hardest thing for writers to let go of. Learn why, and how you can fix this
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Mic
Apr 13, 20246 min read
How to Make Targeted and Smart Revisions
Heading into a revision, staying focused is crucial in order to not lose sight of your creative idea. Here are some tips to stay focused...
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Mic
Mar 9, 20247 min read
Writing Effective Action Description (Part II)
Learn specific tools you can use RIGHT NOW to make your action description more effective, and even trim your screenplay by a few pages!
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