Screenwriting

How to Write Complex Characters

Imagine a book without characters, a movie without a lead, a tale without a hero or a villain. Is it even conceivable? What is a story...

Barbie & The Hero's Journey

Is Barbie a feminist antidote to The Godfather?

Six Key Elements of a Screenplay.

If you've always wanted to write a screenplay but are not sure where to start, here's a very brief introduction (in one and a half...

Better Call Saul: Story, Character & Relationship Goals

I remember when Mad Men finished back in 2015. Fellow MM devotees and I threw a little costume cocktail party to give it a proper send...

Eight Ways to Kickstart Creative Energy for Screenwriters

Even when you're not working, you're working. Does this ring true for you? We've become so accustomed to our brains being "on" all the...

The Second Draft

Writing the second draft of a script

Dial M for Menopause: Women over 50 in TV

This could be misconstrued, but I have a thing for shows helmed by middle-aged female characters. Especially ones who are difficult to...

Welcome to Virtual Table Reads

What a wild ride 2020 has been for everyone, everywhere. I think it's pretty safe to say that not a single industry has remained...