Write Your Screenplay Podcast

In this beat by beat analysis of a scene from The Fall Guy you’ll learn about the 3 levels of subtext and the link between subtext and metafilm in screenwriting.

Learn how to adapt your own true life story plus the unexpected structural connections between Baby Reindeer, Beef and Breaking Bad

Learn how Dev Patel uses expressionism within the action movie format of Monkey Man to explore class in India. If you liked this Podcast, join us for Thursday Night Writes! Our Happy Hour of Writing Exercises with Jake every Thursday night at 7:00 pm ET, RSVP: https://www.writeyourscreenplay.com/free-writing-classes-thursday-night-writes/ Learn more about our programs: https://www.writeyourscreenplay.com

An analysis of Civil War and Apocalypse Now, exploring societal polarization and dehumanization. Discussion on unbiased journalism as a remedy. Comparing political ambiguity in movies and the importance of humanizing characters. Unlikely bonds and intense scenes in perilous times. Emphasizing visual storytelling to capture humanity and create emotional resonance.

Writer and expert Steve Molton explores activating internal antagonists in characters and the seven forms of conflict in storytelling. The discussion covers self-knowledge, unique voice, shaping compelling narratives, dynamics between supernatural and divine elements, self versus self conflict, character development, personal wisdom, and the 'hole in the soul' concept.

Exploring the profound themes of identity, creation, and authenticity in 'Poor Things' by Yórgos Lánthimos. Delving into the rebellious journey of Bella and her pursuit of freedom against societal norms. Analyzing the protagonist's transformation from meekness to empowerment and the emotional honesty in navigating love and self-discovery.

Explore how improv concepts of Game and Escalation can enhance screenwriting, revealing character depths and narrative intricacies. Unveil character layers through improvisation, highlighting the importance of finding the unique 'game' in scenes. Dive into mundane actions that hint at deeper character motivations and future conflicts, leading to unexpected unity. Witness character transformations through escalating events, showcasing the power of self-realization and human connections.

Learn screenwriting tips from Sundance films Nocturnes, Every Little Thing, Black Box Diaries, Eno, Thelma, Kidnapping, Inc, and lectures from Jonathan Nolan and Steven Soderbergh. If you liked this Podcast, join us for Thursday Night Writes! Our Happy Hour of Writing Exercises with Jake every Thursday night at 7:00 pm ET, RSVP: https://www.writeyourscreenplay.com/free-writing-classes-thursday-night-writes/ Learn more about our programs: https://www.writeyourscreenplay.com

Jacob Krueger and Christian Lybrook discuss some of the most exciting independent movies premiering at Sundance and what screenwriters can learn from them. If you liked this Podcast, join us for Thursday Night Writes! Our Happy Hour of Writing Exercises with Jake every Thursday night at 7:00 pm ET, RSVP: https://www.writeyourscreenplay.com/free-writing-classes-thursday-night-writes/ Learn more about our programs: https://www.writeyourscreenplay.com

Learn how Past Lives both honors and subverts the genre elements implied by its premise, and how to apply those concepts to your own writing in any genre. If you liked this Podcast, join us for Thursday Night Writes! Our Happy Hour of Writing Exercises with Jake every Thursday night at 7:00 pm ET, RSVP: https://www.writeyourscreenplay.com/free-writing-classes-thursday-night-writes/ Learn more about our programs: https://www.writeyourscreenplay.com