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REVIEW: THE BURIAL

11/7/2023

The Professional Pen on genre and tone in THE BURIAL

THE BURIAL - Based on a true story. Now streaming on #AmazonPrime. No spoilers. Finally, a decent film. Jamie Foxx is a character actor and always shines in biographies. Tommy Lee Jones never disappoints. I became a Journee Smollett fan in LOVECRAFT because it seemed she was finally given a role that allowed her to stretch and show off her acting chops. IMO, she's in her bag. I hope she stays there.

But let's talk about genre and tone.

REVIEW: ELEMENTAL

11/6/2023

Breakdown the ELEMENTAL Screenplay with The Professional Pen

ELEMENTAL is thematic perfection. But what else do we expect from Pixar. Of course, there are on-the-nose moments because it's written for a family audience. Even still, it's a great watch. Let's break down the story elements.

why you don't need script coverage

10/19/2023

Script Coverage

Script coverage is for buyers not screenwriters. SAY WHAAATTT???

HOW TO WRITE AN EFFECTIVE RESOLUTION for your screenplay

6/15/2023

screenplay resolutions

Every screenplay needs a resolution. No matter the format, the resolution is a crucial story element that completes the screenplay. But what is the resolution in a screenplay and how can you ensure that your screenplay has one? In this article, we are breaking down resolutions and discussing three core elements for effective resolutions.

Exploring your Creative identity: Nurturing your voice as a screenwriter

6/8/2023

screenplay voice

Before you sit down to write a script, you have to feel confident and prepared. That means you have to know and trust that only YOU can tell your story. In this article, we will delve into the importance of finding your voice as a writer and provide valuable insights to help you unleash the power of authenticity in your screenplay so that you can stop procrastinating and get to writing.

UNDERSTANDING SCREENPLAY STRUCTURE

6/1/2023

screenplay structure

Why is screenplay structure important and why should all scripts adhere to basic structure guidelines? In this article, we are talking screenplay structure as we break down and understand its key elements and how they contribute to the overall impact of a screenplay.

how to find a writers' community online: Script/Screenplay support

5/18/2023

writer community screenplay

Finding a writers’ community can be hard. But sometimes finding a community can be simpler than you think. In this article, we’re highlighting three online spaces where you can connect with other writers in order to grow as a writer and improve your screenplay!

Is AI the Future of Hollywood? New era screenwriting

5/11/2023

AI screenwriting

AI is everywhere. And it’s making its way to Hollywood. In this article, we are addressing some of the fears of AI taking over Hollywood and how you as a screenwriting can best prepare you and your scripts for the inevitable.

Why screenWriters Are Striking: Everything You Need to Know about the WGA Strike

5/4/2023

screenwriting strike

If you’re tapped into any screenwriting communities, you’ve probably heard by now that the screenwriters are striking. But what does this mean and what caused the strike? In this article, we are discussing everything you need to know about the WGA writers strike.

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