Fri, 22 December 2017
Neustadter shared stories from his career, discussed how he and co-writer Michael Weber developed the screenplay for the film and answered questions from the audience. Be sure to follow us on Twitter where we will announce our next panel in Spring of 2018! @finaldraftinc Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes!
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Tue, 12 December 2017
Kepler’s dream is a family adventure/drama about an 11 year-old girl searching for a missing rare book from her grandmother's (Holland Taylor) library. Along the way, she grapples with the secrets, betrayals and sorrows that have shaped the family for generations. The film is now available VOD and in select theaters: https://www.keplersdream.com/
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Tue, 21 November 2017
We chatted with screenwriters Liz Hannah (The Post) and Brian Duffield (Insurgent) about Writers for Puerto Rico, a crowd fund the two started to raise money for those affected by the hurricanes that recently destroyed the region. 100% of all donations directly benefit United for Puerto Rico whose mission is to provide assistance to individuals and small businesses devastated by Hurricanes Irma and María. Hannah and Duffield urge everyone in the writing community to contribute to Writers for Puerto Rico – every little bit helps. Learn more here: http://bit.ly/2y97r1U Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 8 November 2017
The television show's executive producers shared how their adaptation of the original film went straight to series, the added task of producing a music video within the episodes, and their "song of the day" tradition in the writers room. Our December event with screenwriter Scott Neustadter will be announced soon! Be sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram for more details. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Fri, 3 November 2017
 We recently chatted with screenwriter Nick Rufca as well as directors Kerry Carlock and Nicholas Lund-Ulrich, the creators of ArmstrongCarlock, Lund and Rufca dish on the process of producing an independent film, from concept to “pencils down,” while also working full-time jobs in the industry. The action film is about a rookie EMT and her partner who pick up a wounded superhero and are pulled into his mission to save Los Angeles from a sinister organization. The film is available now on VOD and DVD! Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Mon, 16 October 2017
The film is about a young boy who discovers his hot babysitter (Samara Weaving) is part of a satanic cult that will stop at nothing to keep him quiet. McG is known for his work on television, such as Supernatural, Chuck and The O.C. He is also known for his earlier work in the music industry for producing albums and directing music videos. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 11 October 2017
Ginsburg is a veteran screenwriter, producer and director. In addition to The 100, Aaron has worked on shows like Intelligence, Do No Harm, Burn Notice and The Good Guys. Join us for our next live event at Cat & Fiddle on 11/6/17! Be sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram for more details. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Fri, 29 September 2017
We learn about the collaborative process of "what stays and what goes" in the film, Pollono's favorite scene and how his experience as an actor came into play when writing the script. Pollono is also a writer on television shows, such as This Is Us (NBC) and wrote & starred the Los Angeles World Premiere Play, Small Engine Repair. Stronger is available in select theaters now! Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Tue, 29 August 2017
Like with any fellowship or lab, the fellows hope to "get in the door" or be staffed in a writers room. But Made in NY gives them the confidence that having their own TV show on the air is a very real possibility. The Made in NY Writers Room is made up of fellows of diverse backgrounds from New York City. The fellows must meet specific application criteria, including a nomination from a recommending organization or membership in the Writers Guild of America, East. You can learn more about the fellowship here: https://www.wgaeast.org/writersroom/ Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Thu, 24 August 2017
We recently sat down with Ronald Bronstein and Josh Safdie to learn more about their new crime-drama Good Time. The writing-duo also share why they stray from traditional story-structure norms and how they use their characters to unfold the story. You can see Good Time on VOD and in theaters, August 25th! Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Tue, 8 August 2017
Densham takes us through his early years on set with his parents, the beginning of his own filmmaking career and how he helps screenwriters navigate the many challenges they face, including selling yourself and your work. His book, Riding the Alligator: Strategies for a Career in Screenplay Writing (and not getting eaten), is taught at universities around the world and is a must-read for all writers. For a limited time, receive a FREE Ebook of Riding the Alligator when you purchase Final Draft 10! More information on the Ebook and our special offer is available here. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Mon, 10 July 2017
Marsh is a veteran judge of The Big Break Screenwriting Contest. Her clients include writers and directors working on cable and network shows, as well as video games. In addition, she and her clients have projects set up across town, in various stages of development and production. Are you ready for your Big Break? Enter by 7/14/17 for your chance to be read by Kailey Marsh and the rest of our esteemed Judges: https://goo.gl/zzKDzT Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 21 June 2017
Madhouse Entertainment is a management and production company that has a long track record of working with incredible writers and writer/directors in both TV and film. The regular deadline is fast approaching! Enter Big Break by June 26th for a chance to be read by Kolbrenner and many more esteemed managers: https://goo.gl/zzKDzT Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Tue, 6 June 2017
Scott represents a variety of emerging writers and filmmakers, and has sold both TV and film projects including Man Alive which was written by Joe Greenberg and sold to Fox with Noah Hawley (creator of FX’s Fargo) directing. Man Alive won overall in the 2014 Science Fiction/Fantasy category of Big Break. The regular deadline is fast approaching! Enter Big Break by June 26th for a chance to be read by Stoops and many more esteemed managers: https://goo.gl/zzKDzT Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Tue, 30 May 2017
Random Tropical Paradise is an epic journey about a jilted groom and his best man on what was meant to be a romantic honeymoon. The film is set to release on June 9th in theaters and VOD. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Thu, 11 May 2017
We talk to Worrell about how he went from an English teacher in Beijing to professional screenwriter and his advice on leaving your audience with a "wow" ending. The Wall is produced by Amazon Studios and hits theaters Friday, May 12th. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Fri, 5 May 2017
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Wed, 19 April 2017
Sand Castle is about an inexperienced American private that discovers the true cost of war when his unit is sent on a dangerous mission to repair a water pumping station in a rural Iraqi village. Starring Nicholas Hoult, the film is available for streaming on Netflix, Friday, April 21st. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 29 March 2017
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Fri, 10 March 2017
What is it like to be a Showrunners' Assistant on a hit show? 2016 Big Break finalists Meghan Fitzmartin and Paula Sabbaga take us behind the scenes of Supernatural and The 100, discuss their journeys from Big Break to The CW and remind us the importance of the "vomit draft." Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 1 March 2017
John Zaozirny, principal at Bellevue Productions, takes time out of his busy schedule to talk with us about selling scripts, scripts that top the Black List and what it means when a script is "set up." Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Mon, 13 February 2017
In our first ever double episode, we talk with Allison Schroeder and Ted Melfi about Hidden Figures and how subverting expectations can lead to complicated, layered characters and compelling storytelling. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Fri, 27 January 2017
Former Big Break Contest finalist and currently on the 2016 Black List, Joe Greenberg tells us how he gets to the bare bones of his stories. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
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We recently chatted with director Amy Glazer and screenwriter Sylvia Brownrigg, the filmmakers behind Kepler’s Dream. They discuss working together to adapt Brownrigg’s young adult novel, their personal connections to the story of fractured families and how they were able to find the film’s best narrative with limited resources.
Jay Kogen, Jim Armogida & Steve Armogida of Nickelodeon's School of Rock at the Cat & Fiddle
We recently sat down with McG, director of Netflix's latest original comedy horror film, The Babysitter to learn how Brian Duffield's (Insurgent) script spoke to him, the inspiration behind his cinematic vision for the film and his advice on "delivering" to your audience.
John Pollono gets in depth on the many challenges of writing Stronger, an adaptation of the original book about Jeff Bauman (Jake Gyllenhaal), who lost both of his legs when a bomb went off during the 2013 Boston Marathon.
We recently sat down with members of the Made in NY Writers Room - Sarah Kraus, Sofia Quintero, Bryan Parker and Joyce Wu - to learn more about their incredible experience with mentors like Beau Willimon (House of Cards).
After a botched bank robbery lands his younger brother in prison, Constantine "Connie" Nikas (Robert Pattinson) embarks on a twisted odyssey through the city's underworld in an increasingly desperate—and dangerous—attempt to get his brother Nick (Benny Safdie) out of jail. 
Pen Densham is an Oscar
Kailey Marsh takes us through the early years of her career, starting her own firm and how The Blood List has taken on a life of its own.
Madhouse Entertainment manager, Adam Kolbrenner, shares how he learned the art of representation in the industry, why continued education is so important for screenwriters and the very reason he volunteers his time as a judge for our Big Break Screenwriting Contest. 
Scott Stoops, literary manager at Good Fear and veteran Big Break Screenwriting Contest Judge, talks how to hook him in the first 10 pages of a read.
Sanjeev Sirpal takes us from
Dwain Worrell is the scribe behind The Wall, a war-drama/thriller about two American Soldiers who are trapped by a lethal sniper, with only an unsteady wall between them.
Big Break judge and Zero Gravity literary manager, Marc Manus, discusses how he got his start, what types of scripts excite him, and how he “goes to the mat” for his screenwriters.
Chris Roessner talks to Final Draft about his Netflix Original movie Sand Castle, and how joining the military paved the way for film school and a reunion with his military Father. 
Charlie McDowell lets Final Draft in on how his Sundance film The Discovery grabbed the attention of Netflix. Jason Segel, Robert Redford and Rooney Mara star in the science-fiction, romantic drama about a scientist's discovery of afterlife and its domino effect on the masses.
