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237 | Malcolm Washington & Virgil Williams (The Piano Lesson) On Adapting August Wilson's Pulitzer-Winning Masterpiece

The Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna

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The Art of Collaborative Storytelling

This chapter explores the nuances of ensemble storytelling through the adaptation of a Pulitzer-winning play into a film. The speakers discuss how different characters and personal experiences shape their creative processes, emphasizing the emotional depth and collaborative nature of writing and directing. Highlights include the importance of rhythm, tonal balance, and character development in achieving a visually captivating cinematic experience.

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