
Why Screenwriting? A brief look at the industry, sales and what sells.
gain insight into the craft of screenwriting
agents and managers
does Hollywood really want your script? The answer is yes! Find out why.
Preview with Screenwriter and Producer, David W. King
Can you really write a screenplay in 3 days?
How to break away from distraction and procrastination, two of the biggest killers for writers.
Have you ever had to sit through someone telling you what their book, idea or last movie they watched was about? Boring!
What is your story really about? Can you describe it in a sentence? Learning how to write a logline is fun but also helps you build confidence and clarity in pitching your story.
Remember, there are no rules to screenwriting. There are however so key take aways from movies that will grant you a huge head start as you begin to write. Understanding some of the pitfalls of screenwriting will assure you don't make the same mistakes.
Awesome video interview with award winning Screenwriter of 21 Grams, the Burning Plain, The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada
too much dialogue
no dialogue
whaat's the difference and when to know
the magic of elliptical dialogue
Everyone has a story. Some are sad. Some are intense. Some are heartbreaking. Funny, gentle, quiet, eccentric, angry, scary...everyone has a story. Your small piece of history is a story in and of itself. There are elements of who you are that can have a profound impact on your screenplay.
It isn't rocket science. It is however the one rule of screenwriting that plays a big role in the successful sale of your script.
The #1 rule of screenwriting is...there are no rules. Sit down and write! I'll help you discover your story and characters so you can write an award winning screenplay that sells. Characters don't write themselves, but you will be amazed at how easily they come to life with a few key elements. Stories don't always come together as you may have imagined, but understanding what moves viewers and how to touch their emotions will strengthen any story concept you have.
8 - 4 minute engaging-segments that will ignite your passion and help you get your ideas onto paper.
Interviews with REAL Hollywood Screenwriters will inspire you to write your way but within the foundation of the beautiful craft screenwriting has to offer.
E W Helmick is a 7 time award winning screenwriter. Writer and Director for the award winning Australian film, Take Your Dream, he oversees creative development for Way Out West Media Entertainment Group with his two sons, Hunter James and Takoda Shane.
In 2016 father and sons teamed up and swam Australia's longest river, the River Murray, over 2400km in length. Take Your Dream was the documentary result and now the trio have slated a number of indie film releases for early 2022. E W teaches screenwriting through his 3 day screenwriting course, encouraging writers to get the ideas out of their head and onto paper.