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Scriptcake100. The Threshold ConceptI'm feeling reflective because this is our 100th Scriptcake Podcast. I'm looking back on all of the little steps we took to get here. I think you should take a few minutes do the same and see how far you've come. I raise a glass to you - Cheers! Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-11-0807 minScriptcake99. Imposter SyndromeI don't know about you, but I often feel like an imposter. I think it's a struggle we all have and the only way to deal with it is to go through it. Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-10-3007 minScriptcake98. Three-Dimensional ScreenwritingLately, I've been reading a lot of screenplays from up and coming screenwriters and they all seem to have one thing in common - they are one-dimensional. That's not a good thing. Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-10-1805 min
Scriptcake97. Bryan Dick - ScreenwriterBryan Dick has been a prolific writer in the cable movie space, having amassed nearly 30 credits of produced projects. His latest "Prey For the Bride" premiered on Tubi in 2024.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-10-111h 02Scriptcake96. The Purpose of Your ConceptToo many screenwriters think that the concept for your movie is the story. Learn what its job really is in this podcast. Check out our YouTube page here: ScriptcakeWant to take our screenplay outline video course for FREE? Then click here: https://www.scriptcake.com/free-accessSupport the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-09-2406 minScriptcake95. Should I Take a Screenwriting Course?It's a question I get asked all the time. Do you really need to take a screenwriting course? Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-08-2907 min
Scriptcake94. Christopher Lockhart - Story Professional | Executive | Filmmaker | EducatorAn insightful conversation with Chris Lockhart, Hollywood’s foremost story professional. He is an executive, filmmaker, and educator with over 30 years of industry experience. As Story Editor at WME, the world's largest diversified talent agency, Chris curates film and TV projects for A-list actors such as Denzel Washington. He has read over 60,000 screenplays in his career. Chris also founded a Facebook group called The Inside Pitch, where he moderates 15,000+ creatives and offers daily advice and feedback on the Hollywood script maze. Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's be...
2024-08-161h 09Scriptcake93. Multiple DiscoveryI came across an interesting term called 'Multiple Discovery' while doing some research for a project. Though it is a scientific term it really hit me how well it applies to the arts. Take a few moments to listen to my comments on Multiple Discovery and how we can use it to motivate ourselves on our projects.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-08-1206 minScriptcake92. Screenwriting ExpectationsWe have a lot of expectations for ourselves. We expect to improve and to grow and live great lives but sometimes we let our expectations out of hand like I did after I wrote my first screenplay. We need to learn from our own expectations.We also need to make sure we know what our characters expectations are in every scene. Check out this podcast to learn more.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-07-2515 min
Scriptcake91. Alan Watt - Screenwriter | Author | TeacherAmazingly insightful Talk with Alan Watt who is an L.A. Times best-selling author and screenwriter as well as consultant to some of Hollywood's top writers and producers. He has won a number of awards for his writing including France's 2004 Prix Printemps (best foreign novel) for Diamond Dogs. He is also the writer/director of the award-winning feature film Interior NightHe founded L.A. Writers' Lab in 2002 as a place for writers to deepen their craft by learning to marry the wildness of their imaginations to the rigor of story structure. He has taught e...
2024-07-101h 19Scriptcake90. Who, What, When, Where & WhyThe five W's are standard questions that every writer uses but when writing screenplays two of them are more important than the others. Listen and learn which ones and why!To learn more about my new screenplay outlining course, click the link below:www.scriptcake.comSupport the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-07-0208 min
Scriptcake89. Tom Schulman - Academy Award-Winning Screenwriter | Director | WGA NegotiatorThis is an amazing conversation with Tom Schulman encapsulating the following:- His screenwriting process- Writing "Dead Poets Society", "Honey, I Shrunk the Kids", "Medicine Man" and more- Being a part of the 2023 WGA negotiations team Watch Tom's latest movie "Double Down South" here:https://geni.us/DoubleDownSouthSupport the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-06-261h 08Scriptcake88. Structure and CreativityThere is often a tug-of-war going on between structure and creativity. Which one of them is more important? Which one of them should you focus on? Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-06-1607 minScriptcake87. The Conceptual MetaphorHow do you write a layered story before you even start? You have to have your concept connected to your story. Well, how do you do that? That's what this podcast will tell you how to do. Check it out!Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-06-0911 min
Scriptcake86. Scott Kirkpatrick - Film Distributor | Producer | AuthorA fascinating conversation from the business end of the film industry with Scott Kirkpatrick. Learn about:- The six genres of movies that most distributors look for- What kinds of movies sell faster- What types of screenplays are distributors looking for- How are payments structured for screenwriters/filmmakers- and so much more...Check out Scott's books here ==>> Scott Kirkpatrick booksSupport the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please...
2024-06-021h 11Scriptcake85. Assembly RequiredLike a great chef, make sure that you prepare all the ingredients to your screenplay before you start writing!Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-05-2907 min
Scriptcake84. Linda Seger - Legendary Script Consultant/ AuthorFrom consulting with Peter Jackson to Roland Emerich and writing 10 books on screenwriting - Linda Seger is a legend. I bought her book 'Making a Good Screenplay Great' when I was in film school and it was such an honor to speak to her on this podcast. She gives her insights on structure, character and some of the most common issues she has had to deal with as a script consultant. Get a copy of her books here ==>> Linda Seger Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "S...
2024-05-071h 00Scriptcake83. The False MaskThis a great way to externalize the internal issues that a protagonist is dealing with. It helps me write more visually. Maybe it'll help you too!Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-04-1406 minScriptcake82. The First ImpressionHow can you best introduce your protagonist to the audience? That's a question that a lot of screenwriters struggle with. Listen to this podcast to better understand that in order to start your screenplay effectively, you first need to know how it's going to end.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-04-0705 min
Scriptcake81. Gary Wheeler - Writer/Produce/Director of 40+ Films and SeriesGary's recent work includes the television series Blue Ridge (2024), and the feature films Far Haven (2023) and Christmas on the Range (2019). He has produced, written or directed 40+ films and series in his career Listen to this podcast to learn from a filmmaker that makes multiple films and tv series on a yearly basis. The TV series 'Blue Ridge' premieres on the Cowboy Way Channel on April 7, 2024. Learn more about it here ==>> The Cowboy Way ChannelSupport the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking sc...
2024-03-311h 24Scriptcake80. The First Question I ask a Struggling ScreenwriterIt's so simple yet so many people skip this vital part of the screenwriting process. Listen and find out how you might be able to find some clarity on a screenplay that is frustrating you. Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-03-2410 minScriptcake79. FeedbackFeedback can be tough to take. Listen to this podcast to learn how I handled feedback on my first screenplay and how it devastated me and how I handle feedback now.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-03-1703 min
Scriptcake78. Jill Chamberlain - Author of "The Nutshell Technique"Great talk with Jill Chamberlain, author of the book "The Nutshell Technique" which takes a unique look at screenwriting.Following an early career as an independent film writer/director, Jill Chamberlain is now a script consultant and script doctor. She has fixed and fine tuned scripts for major Hollywood studios, A-list writers, television showrunners, award-winning independent filmmakers and many spec script writers.Learn more at ==>> www.jillchamberlain.comSupport the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out...
2024-03-1059 minScriptcake77. You Can Do This.This is my story about the first time I realized that I could do this, that I could have a chance in this industry. Hopefully, it'll inspire some of you who are wondering the same thing.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-03-0308 minScriptcake76. The 1st Draft vs. the 2nd DraftDiscover what you should you focus on when writing the first draft vs. what you should focus on when writing the second draft!Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-02-2507 min
Scriptcake75. Steve Kaplan - Comedy Legend!Steve Kaplan has been one of the entertainment industry’s leading experts on comedy. He has taught his Comedy Intensive Workshop to thousands of students around the world. His credits include: Co-founder and Artistic Director of Manhattan Punch Line TheatreCreator of the HBO WorkspaceCreator of the HBO New Writers ProgramConsultant and script doctor to Dreamworks, Disney, HBO, Paramount, Touchstone and others.Highly sought-after instructor at UCLA, NYU, Yale, and other top universities.Director in regional theaters and Off-BroadwaySteve has worked with hun...
2024-02-081h 24
Scriptcake74. Eve Hayes - Screenwriter and Founder of Screenwriters SafariListen to learn everything you'd want to know about Screenwriter's Safari including:- What the big 5 animals you will see on Safari- Who the big 4 Mentors are- What is included in your trip- What your daily itinerary will be- Where you can find more information- How to sign up- How many spots are leftLearn more at www.screenwritersafari.comSupport the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking...
2024-02-0755 minScriptcake73. Major Outlining Mistake to Avoid!This is one of the top mistakes screenwriters make when they outline their screenplays - make sure you don't do it!Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-01-2806 min
Scriptcake72. Brian Price - Screenwriter, Author, MentorA deep and profound discussion with Brian Price, the author of "Classic Storytelling and Contemporary Screenwriting" which takes Aristotles "Poetics" and applies it to screenwriting. What a fascinating look at modern screenwriting through the glass of classical storytelling.Order the book here ==>> Classic Storytelling and Contemporary Screenwriting by Brian Price.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-01-211h 08Scriptcake71. Content Dictates FormToo many novice screenwriters let form dictate content. Learn why it is important to let content dictate form!Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-01-1406 min
Scriptcake70. Philip Eisner - Screenwriter, Teacher, MentorGreat interview with the screenwriter of "Event Horizon", "Firestarter: Rekindled" and the "Mutant Chronicles".Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2024-01-0659 minScriptcake69. To Outline or Not to Outline, that is the Question.Some people love to outline while others despise it. Here's my take on whether you should or shouldn't outline and why.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-12-2408 minScriptcake68. Character vs. PlotThis week we tackle that age old debate - should your screenplays focus on character or plot? The answer might surprise you!Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-12-1807 minScriptcake67. Designing Supporting CharactersI think many screenwriters don't spend enough time on designing supporting characters and this podcast should help you realize that you can make them so much more impactful with a little design work. Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-12-1006 min
Scriptcake66. Weiko Lin - Screenwriter, Author, Teacher Weiko is a screenwriter, producer and director who has worked in Hollywood and around the world. He’s been a Nicholl’s Fellowship Finalist, he’s won the Samuel Goldwyn Writing Award. He served as the co-chair for the Writer’s Guild Asian American Writer’s Committee. He is the author of “Crazy Screenwriting Secrets: How to Capture a Global Audience” and the Graduate Director of Screenwriting at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please c...
2023-12-031h 14Scriptcake65. How long does it take to write a feature-length screenplay?I get asked this question all the time and the answer is...Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-11-2808 min
Scriptcake64. Katharine McPhee - ScreenwriterKatharine McPhee is the co-screenwriter of the Global #1 Netflix movie "Love is in the Air". It's a fascinating conversation with a young screenwriter as she has her first major success. Listen and learn how she navigated the film world to get her first movie produced.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-11-191h 01
Scriptcake63. Paul Guay - Screenwriter 'Liar Liar', 'The Little Rascals', 'Heartbreakers'Paul Guay is a screenwriter and teacher who has written some amazing films like 'Liar Liar', 'The Little Rascals', and 'Heartbreakers!Learn:- what other classical movies he's polished- how he got into screenwriting- what his writing process isSupport the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-11-121h 15
Scriptcake62. Greg Carter - Screenwriter/Producer/Director/TeacherGreg Carter is the Writer/Producer/Director of 'Hip-Hop Family Christmas' and 'Hip-hop Family Christmas Wedding' (VH-1) as well as the creator and Show Runner of 'Fifth Ward'.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-11-071h 01Scriptcake61. CineStory Writer's Retreat RecapIf you've never heard of CineStory, you're going to want to listen to this podcast. It is simply one of the most incredible experiences that a screenwriter can have.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-10-2507 minScriptcake60. What 'write what you know' means to me.Everyone has heard the phrase 'write what you know' and many people think it's the worst screenwriting advice they've ever gotten? Is it?Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-10-1505 minScriptcake59. Emotional SlidesIn this episode, learn about a valuable tool that helps you make the audience go on an emotional rollercoaster of a ride.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-09-2404 min
Scriptcake58. Scott Myers - Screenwriter, Teacher, AuthorI great and insightful conversation with Scott Myers as he discusses his book "The Protagonist's Journey" and his philosophy of storytelling. I learned a lot and you will too!Scott Myers has written over thirty movie and TV projects at every major Hollywood studio and broadcast network. His screenwriting credits include K-9 (Universal) which spawned two sequels, Alaska (Sony/Castle Rock), and Trojan War (Warner Bros.). He has been a member of the Writers’ Guild of America, West since 1987.Scott has taught in the UCLA Extension Writers’ Program, receiving its Outstanding Instructor Award in 2005, the Univ...
2023-09-181h 17Scriptcake57. How to Write VisuallyLearn an important secret on how to write visually! Every scene doesn't have to be a big fight.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-09-0305 min
Scriptcake56. Lisanne Sartor - Screenwriter, Teacher, Board President of CineStory FoundationLearn about:- her journey into screenwriting- how to develop your own personal thematic- what you could experience at the CineStory retreat- what screenplay competitions look for Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-08-271h 01
Scriptcake55. Shawn Harwell - Screenwriter, TeacherShawn discusses:- Writing a Super Bowl Commercial for Eminem- Writing "The Campaign" with Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis- Developing a project with Sandra Bullock- His own journey in screenwriting- and much more...Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-08-201h 31Scriptcake54. Solving the PuzzleThere are so many puzzles that exist in the world of screenwriting. In this short podcast, I discuss a couple of them. Enjoy!Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-08-1309 min
Scriptcake53. Jack Sholder - Director (The Hidden, Nightmare on Elm Street 2), Teacher, ScreenwriterA great conversation with Jack discussing:- How he started his career- Making Nightmare on Elm Street 2- What he looks for in a screenplayand much more...Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-08-061h 14Scriptcake52. Screenwriter's BlockNeed a few thoughts on how to deal with Screenwriter's Block, then listen to this podcast.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-08-0308 min
Scriptcake51. Jamie Nash - Screenwriter, Author of "Save the Cat Writes for TV"An insightful conversation with Jamie Nash, the author of over 100 screenplays and the book "Save the Cat Writes for TV". Jamie has written numerous produced feature films and teaches screenwriting. Learn about the Transformation Machine, the Broken Compass and many more wonderful screenwriting tools!Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-07-161h 15Scriptcake50. Fear and ConsistencyWe celebrate our 50th Podcast this week and discuss two important elements in the writing process - Fear and Consistency! Check it out!Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-07-0905 min
Scriptcake49. David Diamond and David Weissman - Screenwriters of The Family Man, Old Dogs, When in RomeScreenwriters David Diamond and David Weissman are best known for writing The Family Man starring Nicolas Cage and Tea Leoni, Old Dogs starring John Travolta and Robin Williams and When in Rome starring Kristen Bell and Josh Duhamel. They are also authors of an amazing book on screenwriting called: Bulletproof: Writing Scripts that Don't Get Shot Down Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-04-091h 17Scriptcake48. Emotional Act BreaksThis podcast explains why your act breaks have to be emotional. There are two great benefits of writing emotional act breaks. Listen to find out what they are!Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-03-2006 min
Scriptcake47. Jason Lubin - Literary Manager/Producer - First Story EntertainmentA wonderfully candid interview from the point of view of a literary manager. Jason discusses:- What he looks for in a script- What he thinks un-signed writers should focus on- How he thinks writers should define themselves- and much more...Recorded in December 2022.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-03-051h 08Scriptcake46. NetworkingCheck out my take on the do's and don't's of networking in the film industry.For more information on networking, check out Bob Saenz's book "That's Not The Way It Works!"Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-02-2615 min
Scriptcake45. Bill True Part IIA continuation of a conversation with Bill True! Bill discusses:- his writing habits- developing projects in Hollywood- when he writes- Time Travel Bill and more...Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-02-0756 min
Scriptcake44. Shane Black - Writer/Director Iron Man 3, The Predator, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Writer Lethal WeaponA wonderful conversation with legendary Screenwriter Shane Black!Shane discusses:- Writing Lethal Weapon- Dealing with writing anxiety and imposter syndrome- Writing and Directing Iron Man 3- Writing and Directing Kiss Kiss Bang Bang- What he's working on nextSupport the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2023-01-291h 19
Scriptcake43. John Truby - Author, Mentor, ScreenwriterLearn all about John's new book - The Anatomy of Genres!Learn why:GENRES have more to do with how your story works than any other element — any other idea, plot device, character archetype, beat sheet, methodology, or prescribed structure — by far. Whether you're writing for movies, TV, or novels, the game is won or lost in genres.You can order this amazing book here ==>> The Anatomy of GenresSupport the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public spea...
2022-12-041h 21
Scriptcake42. Bill True - Part I - Screenwriter, Mentor, TeacherA wonderfully candid conversation with Bill True, Department Chair of the Scottsdale School of Film + Theater and Winner of the Austin Film Festival.Learn: - How Bill dealt with his fear of not being a good writer - What Bill teaches from his own experiences - Lessons all screenwriters need to hearSupport the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2022-11-201h 02Scriptcake41. Recap of the Austin Film Festival and the American Film MarketI had the pleasure of being a moderator at the Austin Film Festival and an attendee at the American Film Market over the last few weeks and just wanted to share why you should consider attending both of these amazing events!Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2022-11-1306 min
Scriptcake40. Jen Haire & Gilana Lobel - Authors of "Keys to the Production Office"Jen and Gilana have over 40 years of Film/TV production experience. They've written this book to help you learn:- How a production office works- How physical production on Film/TV sets work- How to prepare yourself for a career on sets- How to take a screenplay from script to screen- and much, much more...You can buy a copy of "Keys to the Production Office" hereYou can learn more about Jen and Gilana hereSupport the showFor more information...
2022-11-0647 min
Scriptcake39. Lovinder Gill - Screenwriter, Mentor, AuthorIn this episode, Christopher Vogler (The Writer's Journey) guest hosts and interviews me, Lovinder Gill, about my new book Scriptcake Secrets: The Top 10 Mistakes Novice Screenwriters Make and How to Fix Them.Learn some of the biggest mistakes novice screenwriters make and how to avoid them!You can order the book on Barnes & Noble here:Scriptcake Secrets: The Top 10 Mistakes Novice Screenwriters Make and How to Fix ThemOr on Amazon here:Scriptcake Secrets: The Top 10 Mistakes Novice Screenwriters Make and How to Fix Them...
2022-10-161h 24Scriptcake38. How to Take FeedbackAvoid the mistakes novice screenwriters make when receiving feedback.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2022-10-0205 min
Scriptcake37. Dr. Bill Indick, Author of Psychology for ScreenwritersIn this episode, learn:- about the Heroine's Journey- what western's the Mandalorian is based on- what a cowboy's true love really is- how a man on a horse is representative of mythological centaurs - and much more...Fantastic interview with Bill Indick, Phd., about the psychology behind great storytelling!Buy Bill's books here: Bill's Amazon.com pageSupport the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2022-09-251h 07Scriptcake36. Where are your great story ideas?In this episode you will learn the one place you need to look for your best story ideas.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2022-09-1805 min
Scriptcake35. Will Akers - Screenwriter, Author "Your Screenplay Sucks!"William M. Akers is a Lifetime Member of the Writers Guild of America and has had three feature films produced from his screenplays. He has written scripts, series television, and documentaries for for MGM, Disney, Paramount, and Universal studios as well as independent producers in Nashville, New York, London, and Los Angeles. For 19 years, he taught screenwriting at Vanderbilt University, and later served as the Chair of the Motion Pictures Department at Belmont University. He does script consulting and gives writing workshops and seminars around the world.To learn more about Will and...
2022-09-1158 minScriptcake34. The Rule of OppositesThe Rule of Opposites is an effective way to help design characters, acts and scenes. Listen to learn all about it.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2022-09-0506 min
Scriptcake33. Pinckney Benedict - Author, Screenwriter, MentorFrom teaching me screenwriting in grad school to writing for Francis Ford Coppola to being on the cutting edge of VR, Pinckney has done it all. Listen and learn why he was such an important mentor in my screenwriting journey. Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2022-08-281h 17Scriptcake32. Pieces of the PuzzleListen to find out what Pieces of the Puzzle you should include in your next screenplay!Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2022-08-2106 min
Scriptcake31. Keith Harris - Actor, Producer, Screenwriter & DirectorYou may know him as the actor you've seen in shows like "Dopesick" or "The Walking Dead" or maybe you saw him play Robert Redford's son in "A Walk in the Woods". If you saw him as the lead in the Showtime movie "Shifting Gears", you also experienced him as a screenwriter, because he wrote that film. This week we get to hear about screenwriting from an actor's point-of-view as well as from a screenwriter's point-of-view. Enjoy!Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public s...
2022-08-1450 minScriptcake30. RewritingThe rewriting process hinders many screenwriters because they start rewriting before they finish the first draft and that often results in never finishing it. Don't make that mistake. Listen and learn what the real goal of writing a first draft is.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2022-08-0706 min
Scriptcake29. Bob Saenz Part II - Screenwriter, Author and MentorIt took almost a year, but we, finally, have part two of the Bob Saenz interview. In it, we talk about the second half of Bob's book, "That's Not the Way it Works: A No-nonsense Guide to the Craft and Business of Screenwriting." It is chock full of information that every screenwriter should know. You can order Bob's book here ==>> https://scriptcake.com/shop/Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2022-07-311h 03Scriptcake28. Organic ScreenwritingI think it's a good idea for novice screenwriters to develop their screenplay organically. What does that mean, exactly? Listen and find out.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2022-07-2406 min
Scriptcake27. Andy Silverman - Screenwriter/Producer of Cyst, Producer of SeclusionAndy Silverman is a screenwriter who specializes in writing and producing low budget features. His latest film “Cyst”, which he co-wrote and produced, is available on VOD, Amazon Prime, on DVD and has a Special Edition VHS that is available with Cyst Hot Sauce!Andy’s first feature “Texas Cotton” is currently available on several on-line platforms. His award winning web series “Buckle Up” can be seen on Amazon Prime. His latest film “Seclusion” is, currently, in post-production.His hobbies include playing ice hockey in an adult rec league, competing in crossword puzzle tournaments, watching the English Premier L...
2022-07-1748 minScriptcake26. Scenic PolarityLearn how to apply the chemical and electrical concept of polarity to your screenplay.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2022-07-1006 min
Scriptcake25. Dale Pollock - Producer, Author, Professor, Film School Dean and more.Dale M. Pollock is a film professor, writer and filmmaker with a 22-year career in Los Angeles as an award-winning newspaper reporter and feature film producer, with 13 movies to his credit. Dale is also the author of Skywalking: The Life and Films of George Lucas, the best-selling authoritative biography of George Lucas. For seven years, Dale was the Dean of the School of Filmmaking at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, and co-founded the Producing Program at the American Film Institute in Los Angeles. He has been nominated for a Pulitzer Prize and has won numerous a...
2022-07-031h 01Scriptcake24. Story vs. ConceptI think this is the biggest mistake novice screenwriters make before they write their screenplays. Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2022-06-2606 min
Scriptcake23. Jim Mercurio - Author of "The Craft of Scene Writing"Jim Mercurio is a filmmaker, writer and author whose screenwriting instruction has inspired tens of thousands of writers around the world.Creative Screenwriting ranked him as one of the country’s top story analysts: “The best example of how an analyst can give concrete help without veering off the track of your story... (Jim) is not just telling you how to rewrite a particular script... but how to apply it to future work as well.”Jim works with Oscar-nominated and A-List writers as well as complete beginners. He adapts to each writer and script.Ji...
2022-06-1936 minScriptcake22. Want vs NeedOne of the first major decisions I make when starting a new project is figuring out the difference between a protagonist's want and their need. Take a listen and let me know what you think.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2022-06-1206 min
Scriptcake21. Jen Grisanti - Story/Career Consultant, Author of StoryLine: Finding Gold in your Life StoryInternational speaker Jen Grisanti is an acclaimed Story/Career Consultant at Jen Grisanti Consultancy Inc., 13-year Writing Instructor for Writers on the Verge at NBC, and a former 12-year studio executive. Her last studio job was VP of Current Programming at CBS/Paramount. Jen is the author of three books, Story Line: Finding Gold in Your Life Story, TV Writing Tool Kit: How To Write a Script That Sells, Change Your Story, Change Your Life: A Path To Your Success.Grisanti started her career in 1992 as an assistant to Aaron Spelling. He served as her mentor for 12...
2022-06-0554 minScriptcake20. Unnecessary Supporting CharactersToo often I read screenplay with unnecessary supporting characters. Well, how do you know if they are necessary or not? Take a listen.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2022-05-2903 min
Scriptcake19. Joey Tuccio, Founder/CEO of Roadmap WritersRoadmap Writers is a screenwriting education and training platform for Career Writers looking for a guided path to success. Their programs are hosted by working industry executives and are designed to empower writers with actionable tools and insights to elevate their craft and cultivate relationships with industry professionals. They have helped more than 250 writers sign to representation and countless others get staffed, optioned, or sell their script.They believe that it doesn’t matter where you live, what your background is, or how old you are. If you’re ready to work hard, get and dige...
2022-05-2258 minScriptcake18. Audience ManipulationMany screenwriters don't think about how their story will impact an audience on a scene-by-scene basis. Listen to this podcast to understand how to bring your scenes to life.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2022-05-1505 min
Scriptcake17. Christine Conradt - Screenwriter, Producer, Director with over 70 produced screenplaysWith more than 70 screenwriting credits, Christine Conradt has been writing for television for almost two decades. Her TV movies have aired on Showtime, Lifetime, Lifetime Movie Network, Hallmark, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, Fox, and UPtv. For a complete list of titles, see her IMDB page.Christine has directed seven feature-length films. The Bride He Bought Online (aka Flirting with Madness), which she also penned, Killer Mom, and Rooming with Danger all premiered on Lifetime Network. She also directed three rom-coms: 12 Days of Giving, the Christmas movie she also wrote, aired on UPtv, The Nature of Love and Love G...
2022-05-0859 min
Scriptcake16. Chris Riley - Co-Author of "The Defining Moment - How Writers and Actors Build Characters"Christopher Riley is a professional screenwriter who co-wrote the award-winning German language courtroom thriller "After the Truth" with his wife, Kathy Riley . The Rileys have written scripts for Disney’s Touchstone Pictures, Paramount Pictures, Mandalay Television Pictures, the late Sean Connery’s Fountainbridge Films and Robert Cort Productions. The Riley’s latest book is "The Defining Moment: How Writers and Actors Build Characters." Buy Chris and Kathy's book here ==>> "The Defining Moment"Chris is also the author of the classic screenplay format guide The Hollywood Standard.Support the showFor...
2022-04-2847 min
Scriptcake15. Aadip Desai Part II - TV Writer, Disney Fellowship Winner, BAFTA Breakthrough Artist, Sundance Institute EducatorThis is the second part of a great conversation with Aadip Desai where he goes into detail about his experience as a Disney/ABC Writing Fellow as well as his experience being the recipient of the BAFTA Breakthrough Artist Award. Aadip Desai is a 2020-2021 BAFTA Breakthrough Artist, Advisor/Educator at The Sundance Institute, runs the LA TV Writers Facebook Group, is an Alum of the 2019 Disney/ABC TV Writing Program/Fellowship, and AFI drop-out.Aadip was a staff writer on S7 of THE GOLDBERGS, wrote on MIRA ROYAL DETECTIVE, and a couple of Netflix a...
2022-03-1649 minScriptcake14. Emotion Pushes ActionDeveloping your story from an emotional point-of-view instead of an action first ideology can really help you tell layered, nuanced stories. Listen and find out how Emotion Pushes Action instead of the other way around. Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2022-01-1904 minScriptcake13. Avoid a Weak ProtagonistLately, I've seen a lot of screenplay ideas get pitched with weak protagonists. As a result, the odds are that the screenplay is not going to be very good because of that. Don't kill your chances at a great screenplay before you even start writing it. Listen and find out how to avoid writing a weak protagonist.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.
2022-01-1905 min