A Masterful Fugue of Dramatic Tension (From Script)
In this week’s round up brought to us by Script magazine, read our deep-dive interview with The Piano Lesson co-writer Virgil Williams on how he and co-writer and director Malcolm Washington adapted the great American playwright August Wilson’s play of the same name, and our interview with Leap of Faith director Nicholas Ma. Plus, writers, we want to hear from you! Have any burning questions about the craft, business or even need some words of inspiration—let us know!
Interview with Leap of Faith Director Nicholas Ma
Filmmaker Nicholas Ma discusses the process behind making the documentary, from his collaboration with Morgan Neville, the writing process in editing, and discovering the through-line to tackling tough subjects with the pastors, and more.
A Masterful Fugue of Dramatic Tension: Virgil Williams Discusses The Piano Lesson
Virgil Williams discusses breaking down August Wilson’s exceptional and intense play.
Calling All Writers – Send Us Your Questions!
Do you have Post-it notes and random pieces of scratch paper scribbled with writerly unknowns strewn across your desk? Send your questions our way.
INDIE SPOTLIGHT: Interview with Hippo Director and Co-Writer Mark H. Rapaport
Mark H. Rapaport talks about tapping into his adolescence to develop the heart of this film, his writing collaboration with co-writer and star Kimball Farley, and how they created their own guidelines as an anchor for the film, utilizing narration as a storytelling device, and more.
Writing Mysteries & Thrillers That Sell
This Writing Mysteries & Thrillers That Sell bundle has been updated for 2024, to include everything you need to write mysteries and thrillers. Whether you’re writing for film or TV, we’ve got you covered. Learn how to add suspense to your screenplay, learn more about the genres, and master adding the perfect twist at the end of your work to keep your viewers wanting more!