Formatting 5 Common Flashback Situations (From Script)
In this week’s round up brought to us by Script magazine, Dr. Format provides formatting tips on five common flashback situations. Plus, read an exclusive interview with Netflix’s “The Fall of the House of Usher” editor Brett W. Bachman on the importance of editing with intention, and learn how co-creators and writers Zach Woods and Brandon Gardner tackled their characters head on in their new Peacock original animated series “In the Know,” and more!
SELLING YOUR SCREENPLAY: Ep. 518 – From Police Officer to Filmmaker with Warren Fast
In this episode, Ashley Scott Meyers talks with filmmaker Warren Fast about how he went from Law Enforcement and transitioned into writing and filmmaking.
FESTIVAL SPOTLIGHT: Big Apple Film Festival
As screenwriting contests and film festival season begin to ramp up, Script took a moment to speak one-on-one with one of those festivals to learn about what makes them stand out from all other festivals, what to expect, and tips before submitting.
Editing with Intent: A Conversation with “The Fall of the House of Usher” Editor Brett W. Bachman
The Fall of the House of Usher, Netflix 2023; Brett W. Bachman
Brett W. Bachman recently spoke with Script about how this dream job landed on his desk, specifically, his Twitter DM’s, what it was like collaborating with Mike Flanagan, why he likes working in the horror genre, and the importance of trusting the process.
ASK DR. FORMAT: Formatting 5 Common Flashback Situations
Some flashbacks are tricky to format. What follows are five “common” unusual situations that I get questions about all the time.
How to Complicate Characters: A Conversation with “In the Know” Co-Creators Zach Woods and Brandon Gardner
Co-creators and creative collaboratives Zach Woods and Brandon Gardner spoke with Script about the ethos of their new show, the challenges and creative liberties of working in the animated space, and so much more.
Breaking & Entering: Terrific Trios – The Power of Three Characters – The Rule of Threes Part 2
Use character trios to add depth to your script. Barri Evins offers up examples and pointers to create rich characters, complex conflicts, and resonant themes.