Scriptnotes Podcast 702 - Last Looks
Sep 2, 2025
Producer and script consultant Megana Rao joins to share her expert insights on polishing scripts before submission. She discusses the nuances of script refinement, from typos to the tricky art of cutting and transitions. The trio also dives into their Three Page Challenge, providing critique on listener-submitted scripts, emphasizing clarity and character dynamics. In a bonus segment, they explore the pivotal role of soundtracks in films and strategies for collaborating with composers. It’s a blend of practical advice and creative discourse!
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Do A Practical Proofread Before Sending
- Do a focused final pass for obvious proofing like typos, character-name consistency, and title page details before sending a script.
- Print the draft and mark corrections by hand to see issues you miss on screen.
Mind Page Turns And Transitions
- Avoid letting dialogue split awkwardly across a page turn and keep related lines on the same page so beats land for the reader.
- Watch pre-laps and transitions so sound and image match and maintain dramatic flow.
Run A Transitions Pass
- Do a transition pass the day before sending to tighten scene-to-scene movement and lean energy into cut points.
- Consider visual or audio pre-laps that carry momentum between scenes rather than accidental edits.
