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Posts about general writing advice, industry observations, and more!


Writing Advice Wednesday: How to Give Constructive Feedback pt. 2 (SNOW WHITE & A MINECRAFT MOVIE)
Giving constructive feedback can be challenging, especially when the story isn't great. I put my own advice to the test by writing coverage for the worst double feature of the year: SNOW WHITE and A MINECRAFT MOVIE.

Mic
Apr 1619 min read
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Elevator Coverage
You know the elevator pitch. But what about elevator coverage? It's a skill that takes you beyond "I liked it" when asked your opinion!

Mic
Feb 94 min read
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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. 🔥🎬

Mic
Feb 18 min read
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How to Make a Mid Movie: A COMPLETE UNKNOWN
How to make a movie that’s 2.5 hours long and still says nothing: a lesson in mid storytelling, starring Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan.

Mic
Jan 256 min read
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Adaptation Analysis: Wicked
From stage to screen: How Wicked’s themes and characters evolve between the musical and the film adaptation.

Mic
Nov 28, 202424 min read
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From Script to Screen: What Makes a Lasting Impact?
A strong script doesn’t always make a strong film. Here's why a story's "why" matters more than anything else...

Mic
Nov 2, 20245 min read
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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.

Mic
Oct 3, 202416 min read
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Adaptation Analysis: Heathers
What works in the Heathers musical? What doesn't work in the original film? What makes both of them shine in their own ways? Read on to see!

Mic
Aug 24, 202411 min read
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Anxiety in Family Media
There's a growing trend of depicting anxiety in family media. How can this help shape future generations for the better?

Mic
Aug 17, 20247 min read
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If "THE FALL GUY" (2024) Were Submitted for Coverage
How would THE FALL GUY fare if submitted for coverage? Find out in this post, and gain some insight into the story analysis process!

Mic
May 6, 202414 min read
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The Highs and Lows of Act 2 (+ what Puss In Boots 2 did right)
The low point is the start of the most predictable part of a movie. What can you do to make it more effective?

Mic
Feb 24, 20244 min read
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