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If you’ve ever been in a screenwriting class or workshop, you’ve probably come across the question, “How many screenplays have you written?” — I thought it might be fun to ask the community here.
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A stash of over 60 posts all written to help you write an exceptional screenplay.
I’m always on the lookout for interesting names that might make for good character names, so I thought I’d put together a list of a few of the most recent that I’ve come across.
Alamo
Atlanta
Archibald
Audrey
Calvin
Chaz
Chloe
Cuba
Diego
Dominic
Duncan
Having a POV is crucial. As a screenwriter, you need a POV to explore themes and character. As a character, you need a POV to act and react within the world of your story. And …
Every screenwriter has heard the stories about the dreaded readers who don’t read beyond page 10 of your screenplay, who skim the dialogue of the script and create a summary based on the information spoken, …
Today I spoke with two good friends — one of which I’m working with on a project for ScribblePlay and the other who aspires to be a director. I noticed that as I spoke with …
When I was sixteen years old I decided that a computer was much more important than a car — I knew that I wanted to make movies, so I was determined to get the tools …
If you’re like me you probably find that your best story ideas come when you least expect them, and that they hardly come at all when you go looking for them. Story is not something …
One thing that always entertains me as a reader is when a screenwriter adds a shade of mystery to a character’s background. It adds depth, darkness, and imperfection, which in turn reflects the human condition.
While …
As we come closer and closer to July, the month I created ScriptXRay (launched the 27th), I felt the need to revamp the site with a new look and a couple ideas in mind.
1. Streamline …
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My day job consists of owning my own property management company. However its more like a cross between Monty Python, This Old House, Jerry Springer, and Cops. I use my experiences …
Update: If you’re one of many who feel Twilight was one of the best stories ever to pass your eyes, ears, and heart – especially with that dreamy Edward character – since Harry Potter, Romeo …
If you’re interested in sharing your experiences as an aspiring screenwriter with ScriptXRay and its community, check out the POV portion of the site.
The POV was created so aspiring screenwriters could learn what other aspiring …
Character names, in my opinion, are one of the most difficult challenges of creating characters for a screenplay.
At the moment, I have mixed feelings about naming characters. One: I feel that no matter what you …
Last night was pretty much like any other night – I left the office, stopped by the house for my things, went out to dinner, and ended up at my daily writing spot, Barnes & …
Here’s a quick list of 5 resources I find helpful or fun as an aspiring screenwriter. I may have mentioned a few in the past, and I probably mention them again in the future — …
Thanks to Areya for suggesting this post!
My favorite place to write is the bookstore – Barnes and Noble specifically. There’s something about writing in a bookstore that ensnares you with pure inspiration and encouragement that you …
As a professional reader in Los Angeles with experience providing coverage for Gold Circle Films, 20th Century Fox, ScriptShark and more, Christopher started blogging about his experience reading screenplays in effort to help writers achieve their goals.Today, Scriptxray.com is dedicated to helping screenwriters dot the i in independent as they strive to achieve their goals with their work.
