Can the Bay Area be TV/film's next big creative incubator? Native Rafael Casal is betting on it.
The Bay List is designed to elevate underrepresented writers from the Bay Area by providing them opportunities in the film and television industry.
Robert Towne Dead at 89: Legendary 'Chinatown' Screenwriter Was One of Hollywood's Great Scribes
Robert Towne's screenplay for 'Chinatown' is regarded as a nearly perfect example of the form in the film industry.
The Screenwriter Struggle and How to Break Through
The state of screenwriting in Hollywood has changed dramatically over the past five years, particularly in terms of opportunities for aspiring writers.
'The Holdovers,' 'Succession,' and 'The Bear' Win Top Prizes at WGA Awards (Complete Winners List)
The WGA Awards celebrate screenwriting impact on film and television, even without predicting Oscars or Emmys.
Can the Bay Area be TV/film's next big creative incubator? Native Rafael Casal is betting on it.
The Bay List is designed to elevate underrepresented writers from the Bay Area by providing them opportunities in the film and television industry.
Robert Towne Dead at 89: Legendary 'Chinatown' Screenwriter Was One of Hollywood's Great Scribes
Robert Towne's screenplay for 'Chinatown' is regarded as a nearly perfect example of the form in the film industry.
The Screenwriter Struggle and How to Break Through
The state of screenwriting in Hollywood has changed dramatically over the past five years, particularly in terms of opportunities for aspiring writers.
'The Holdovers,' 'Succession,' and 'The Bear' Win Top Prizes at WGA Awards (Complete Winners List)
The WGA Awards celebrate screenwriting impact on film and television, even without predicting Oscars or Emmys.
Juror #2 Reflects the Major Themes of Clint Eastwood's CareerDown to Its Unpredictable Ending
Clint Eastwood's 'Juror #2' brings attention to classic themes of truth and morality while also being a fresh take on courtroom dramas.
Screenwriting Techniques for Marketers: Defining Your Customer's Problem
Effective storytelling in marketing mirrors screenwriting by focusing on compelling problems heroes face.
The Post-Pandemic Life of a Hustling Screenwriter
The life of a TV writer has significantly changed post-pandemic, impacting their creative process and industry dynamics.
Ridley Scott kept you waiting for Gladiator 2 for more than two decades, but it sounds like you won't be waiting quite as long for the third one
Ridley Scott is currently working on a script for a potential third Gladiator film, despite being close to 90 years old.
The Black List Upended the Film Industry. The Book World Is Next
The Black List has successfully expanded into publishing to further support writers beyond screenplays.
Instant Reactions to the Tim Walz-JD Vance Debate With Semafor's Benjy Sarlin. Plus: Gabriel Sherman on Writing 'The Apprentice.'
The debate showcased contrasting strategies and confidence levels between Tim Walz and JD Vance, highlighting political dynamics and the impact of historical events on their dialogue.
Of course, one wants orgasmic life': Bruce Joel Rubin on Ghost, gay identity and goldfish
Despite Ghost's success, Bruce Joel Rubin did not focus on Oscars or money; the plot's emotional connection drew from his personal experience as a gay man.
International Writing Guilds Set Out 'Ethical Framework' for Use of AI in Screenwriting
Professional screenwriters guilds are working on creating an ethical framework for AI use in screenwriting.
Key principles include maintaining writers' creative authority, transparency in AI use, consent for training AI on writers' work, and fair compensation.
WGA Award 2024 Nominees Include 'Past Lives,' 'American Fiction,' and Surprise Pick 'Air'
The 2024 Writers Guild of America Awards nominations have been announced.
Nominations include surprise nods for films like "Air" and "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret."
Robert Towne Essay on Screenwriting: Why I Write Movies
Questioning the value of screenwriting as an art form is a common theme throughout history.
The Streets' Mike Skinner: My mid-20s were utterly traumatic. Everything was upside down'
Mike Skinner prefers to focus on current projects rather than celebrating past work through anniversary tours.
'I thought people would understand what I was trying to do': The story behind the film too controversial for London's cinemas
Pushback against AI in filmmaking often focuses on protecting artists' livelihoods rather than moral concerns.
London premiere of movie with AI-generated script cancelled after backlash
A cinema in London cancels AI-scripted film premiere due to audience backlash, sparking debate on AI in the film industry.