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fromIndieWire
3 days ago

Satoko Okudera, the Screenwriter Behind Japan's 2026 Oscar Entry, Gives Rare Interview on How Her Country's Industry Is Shifting for Women

Satoko Okudera's decades-long screenwriting career includes landmark collaborations with Mamoru Hosoda and a recent box-office and awards breakthrough with Kokuho.
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fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

He dreamed of a midcentury haven in L.A. He found it in an iconic rental off Sunset

Tyler Piña moved from Ohio to Los Angeles and realized his dream living in Midcentury Modern penthouse while working as screenwriter and Emmy-winning director.
fromVulture
2 years ago

The 12 Best Tennis Scenes in Movies

This article was last updated in 2022 but, with the US Open upon us, we're giving it another swing. Tennis is a sport of personal intensity and triumph. Granted, there are ways to play tennis in teams, from doubles to Billie Jean King's long-standing dream of making World Team Tennis one of our major sports. But at its core, tennis is about individuals, which is why it lends itself surprisingly well to the movies.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Sex, millions of dollars and back-to-back flops: the return of Joe Eszterhas, the best-paid and most-reviled scriptwriter in Hollywood

Joe Eszterhas, once Hollywood's rockstar screenwriter, is returning to write a reboot of his iconic film, Basic Instinct.
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Taylor Swift's First Feature Film Enlists Normal People Scribe for Script Polishing: Report

Alice Birch, a British playwright and screenwriter known for her adaptations, has been brought on to assist Taylor Swift with script rewrites for her directorial debut.
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fromInverse
2 months ago

65 Years Ago, A Hollywood Legend Got His Start With A Forgotten Post-Apocalypse Flop

Robert Towne's first screenwriting credit, Last Woman on Earth, is a dismal failure despite its intriguing setup and later contributions to cinema.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A wild and orgasmic ride': Basic Instinct set for anti-woke' reboot

Joe Eszterhas is writing a reboot of Basic Instinct, described as anti-woke, with a lucrative deal from Amazon MGM.
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fromAnOther
3 months ago

Hot Milk: A Simmering Adaptation of Deborah Levy's Coming-Of-Age Novel

Rebecca Lenkiewicz is a prolific playwright and screenwriter known for projects like 'Ida' and her directorial debut, 'Hot Milk.'
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fromIndieWire
3 months ago

David Koepp on Why It Took Him Almost 30 Years to Return to the 'Jurassic Park' Franchise He Helped Create

David Koepp returns to the Jurassic franchise for 'Jurassic World: Rebirth', creating a new story while keeping past events intact.
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fromVulture
4 months ago

Poker Face Recap: Feel the Heat

Poker Face's "One Last Job" episode creatively merges the heist genre with romantic comedy, resulting in its best installment this season.
The episode showcases Kendall's struggle between aspiring to follow his dreams and facing harsh realities.
Independent films
fromInverse
4 months ago

James Cameron's Next Movie After 'Avatar 3' Is Not What You Think

James Cameron diversifies his filmography by co-writing a fantasy adaptation, The Devils, while awaiting Avatar franchise's future releases.
Writing
fromEntrepreneur
4 months ago

Advice From a First-Time Novelist | Entrepreneur

Writing a novel was a necessary escape from the limitations of screenwriting for Colin Thompson.
fromWho What Wear
4 months ago

Wally Baram Wanted to Be a Cowboy-She Became a Rising Comedy Star Instead

Baram's journey from aspiring cowboy to rising comedy star illustrates the unpredictable nature of pursuing one's passion in a world filled with alternatives.
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fromPolygon
4 months ago

Thunderbolts*' screenwriter explains how the movie happened: 'There was no movie before me'

The Thunderbolts movie underwent significant development changes led by Eric Pearson, shaping its tone and character dynamics.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Sam Mendes' four Beatles films to be written by Jez Butterworth, Peter Straughan and Jack Thorne

Three acclaimed British writers will create four biopics on The Beatles, set for release in April 2028.
fromInverse
5 months ago

The Two Marvel Movies That Changed 'Thunderbolts*' For The Better

In early drafts of Thunderbolts*, U.S. Agent was the primary villain until Sentry's addition brought a fresh narrative direction to the script.
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DC food
fromInverse
5 months ago

DC's Most Exciting New Movie Is Losing The Only Thing That Made It Interesting

DC prioritizes strong scripts in its reboot strategy, emphasizing a writer-driven approach over pre-set production timelines.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
5 months ago

Getting Practical with Screenwriting: Lessons from Luca Guadagnino

Luca Guadagnino's frequent collaborations emphasize in-depth research as a key component of effective screenwriting.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

Andor creator Tony Gilroy

Tony Gilroy has successfully transitioned from aspiring musician to influential filmmaker over a 30-year career, known for his work in the Star Wars universe.
Independent films
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago

22 Movies That Were Originally Supposed To Be Wayyyy Different

Many films undergo significant changes from their original concepts, resulting in vastly different narratives and themes.
Writing
fromBusiness Matters
5 months ago

Sorkin is the new Shakespeare - only with better suits and fewer dead kings

Aaron Sorkin is likened to Shakespeare for his ability to capture human expression and depth in dialogue.
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