The 16th Annual Screenwriting Nominees Q&A

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Feb 17, 2024

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Alex Mechanik

Host Jeff Goldsmith interviews Oscar-nominated screenwriters about their creative processes and challenges. Topics include reigniting creative spark, cinematic education, character growth in storytelling, procrastination, cleanliness struggles, vulnerability, and personal touches in scriptwriting.

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Near Miss

Cord Jefferson almost gave up writing after a TV show cancellation.
Finding the novel "Erasure" reignited his passion, leading to "American Fiction".

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Unexpected Opportunity

Arthur Harari, primarily a director, struggled writing his first screenplay.
A producer then suggested a heist film, leading to his first feature.

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Career Revival

David Hemingson faced multiple setbacks: his mother's death and a show cancellation.
His manager's advocacy helped secure a job on "Just Shoot Me," reviving his career.

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