When I went to the University of Southern California for my MFA in screenwriting, I took a one-hour TV drama course for my thesis. My thesis adviser said there were three types of TV writers: “big ...

If you've ever struggled with scenes that feel rushed, boring, or underdeveloped, we've got a simple framework that could help you pinpoint the issue. You need to find the balance between three ...

Anyone who wishes to declare a screenwriting minor or to internally transfer into the writing for screen and television major at the School of Cinematic Arts has to take Fundamentals of Screenwriting: ...

If you’re a screenwriter or want to be a screenwriter, then at some point you will have used Final Draft. Co-founded in 1990 and now in its 12th version, the Final Draft screenwriting software boasts ...

The 2025 slate of Oscar nominees recognizes many writers, directors and actors whose scripts and performances don’t necessarily reflect their own cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Greg Kwedar and ...

In The Chair Company, this principle is masterfully executed. Each episode propels the protagonist, Ron, into a series of uncomfortable scenarios without lingering on transitions. For instance, in the ...