The Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna 220 | Writing Horror with the Carved Creative Team
Oct 31, 2024
Peyton Elizabeth Lee, star of Hulu's 'Carved' and a Columbia University student, joins Cheryl Meyer, co-writer and advocate for creatives with disabilities. They dive into the art of writing horror and share nostalgic tales from their formative spooky movie experiences. The duo explores the delicate balance between horror and humor, character-driven narratives, and the evolution of their project, 'Carved.' They highlight the importance of collaboration in filmmaking and reflect on how personal journeys shape storytelling in the genre.
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Carved's Origin
- The film Carved originated from a short film made for Hulu's Halloween festival.
- Winning the festival led to a development deal and ultimately the feature film.
Carved's Development Process
- The Carved script development involved a four-step process: treatment, outline, first draft, and polish.
- The process was relatively fast, taking only a few months.
Writing Scares
- To write effective scares, focus on vivid visual descriptions.
- Use active words and capitalize sounds to create an immersive experience for the reader.