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Screenwriting: A clear guide to the basics

In a nutshell Screenwriting requires adherence to rules and procedures despite being a creative medium. Screenplays for film and television share the same formatting but follow...

Writing

Comic relief: Its definition and why it’s necessary

Gen Salinas

Comic relief is a powerful storytelling plot device. Let's discuss the definition of comic relief and why it's so important in cinema.

Casting

What is overacting and why you should avoid it (and when not to)

Nicole LaJeunesse

We're all told that overacting in film is something that you should always avoid. However, there are times when overacting should be used.

Planning

Screenplay vs. script: What’s the difference?

Erin Vierra

There's a common misunderstanding regarding the topic of "screenplay vs. script." While these two terms may seem the same, they aren't.

Planning

What you need to know about loglines

W. H. Bourne

If you've ever wondered what a logline is and how professionals use it, look no further than this in-depth guide about loglines.

Planning

What is a screenplay?

Landon Dyksterhouse

Screenplays are essential to movie-making. They are also necessary for those who want to get their ideas made into films.

Planning

How spec scripts can jump-start your screenwriting career

JR Strickland

Spec scripts are different than standard scripts. They can be great tools to start your screenplay writer career and get your movies made.

Planning

Everything you need to know about screenwriting jobs

Tiffany Harness

While screenwriting may appear to be an obscure career, there are many rewarding script writing jobs out there.

Planning

What does it take to be a location scout?

Patty Mooney

Location scouts are skilled masters of detail and work hard to make the director’s location wish list become a reality.

Directing

Casting director: The role explained

Jeff Chaves

Casting the wrong people in your film can ruin even the best of scripts. It's up to casting directors to keep this from happening.