Apr 30, 2019
John and Craig present a special clip show with craft-focused segments hand-picked by Aline Brosh Mckenna.
We’ll start by asking ‘Where to Begin?’ in Episode 174 and explore how to enter a story. Then we’ll discuss establishing setting and perspective in episode 45. Finally we’ll take a look at voice and the...
Apr 23, 2019
John and Craig welcome back Andrea Berloff (World Trade Center, Straight Outta Compton) to talk all things sound: how it works on the page, on the stage, and in the mixing room. Andrea shares her experience working with sound for her upcoming directing debut, The Kitchen.
We also follow up on WGA developments and deep...
Apr 16, 2019
John and Craig talk big numbers, from the latest developments in the WGA/agency situation, to the announcement of Disney+ and the final installment of the Star Wars non-ology.
We also answer listener questions about writers who aren’t in the guild and how to spend your time writing.
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Apr 9, 2019
John and Craig explore the challenge of creating a movie with a group of heroes and multiple points of view. They’ll discuss options for structuring competing storylines, when to check back in with characters, and managing personal versus group stakes.
We also answer listener questions on a bunch of topics...
Apr 2, 2019
John and Craig welcome back Can You Ever Forgive Me? director Marielle Heller to discuss the challenge of creating a hero the audience can root for while also establishing that the character must change.
We also answer questions from listeners about conflicting notes, meet-and-greets, and true-life stories.