Podcasts about Screenwriting

This week, we chat with screenwriters Nic Curcio and Kristin Tepper about branding, social media, and what it means to create content as a writer in today's industry. We dive into how writers can approach their digital footprint, whether you need to be on social media, how to build an authentic brand, the blacklist, and a ton more...   Nic Curcio: @Nicolascurcio Kristen Tepper: @KristenTepper The Hollywood Hang Podcast: @TheHollywoodHang   Questions / Comments: ActTwoWriters@gmail.com Edited by the GREAT Paul Lundquist 

Let's rewind and join Sandy and Terry as they chat about how writer, actor, and director Mike White (The White Lotus) came up with the hit movie, “The School of Rock,” which has been loved by audiences and critics alike. "School of Rock" played a role in boosting Black's profile and stardom, highlighting his comedic and musical talents to a broader audience. The PAGE International Screenwriting Awards sponsors the WRITERS' HANGOUT.Executive Producer Kristin OvernCreator/Producer Sandy AdomaitisProducer Terry SampsonMusic by Ethan Stoller

CinemAddicts Episode 303 covers three movies that are coming out on Friday, July 18, 2025. They are Bury Me When I'm Dead, Saint Clare, and The Banished. Bruce Purkey also reviews the new Netflix series Untamed, KPop Demon Hunters, Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires, and Opus. Eric Holmes has a Spoiler filled review of the Netflix movie Straw. Timestamps (0:00) - Intro (9:09) - Saint Clare (Images: Quiver Distribution). Theaters, Digital, On Demand July 18. (16:28) - Bury Me When I'm Dead (Images: Vertical). Digital/VOD July 18. (24:17) - The Banished (Images: Brainstorm Media). Theaters July 18 (38:41) - Straw (52:18) - Bruce Purkey's reviews from the Cinem-Attic! (54:00) - Saint Clare (58:54) - Bury Me When I'm Dead (65:48) - Untamed - streaming on Netflix (71:11) - VIY (74:14) - Opus (79:30) - Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires (83:20) - KPop Demon Hunters ***If you use our Amazon SiteStripe and/or Links for your Purchases, we receive a slight commission. Thanks for your support! CinemAddicts Info: Like Our CinemAddicts Facebook Page Join our CinemAddicts Facebook Group for daily movie recommendations. Join our CinemAddicts Patreon for a Monthly Bonus Episode and Early access to Spoilers and Interviews! Our email: editor@deepestdream.com Shop our CinemAddicts Merch store (shirts, hoodies, mugs) Our Website is Find Your Films Thanks to our Patreon Community Ryan Smith Stephen Schrock Susan Charles Peterson Nelson B. McClintock Diana Van De Kamp Pete Abeyta Tyler Andula Stephen Mand Edmund Mendez Abbie Schmidt Jeff Tait Robert Prakash Kristen Chris M Jeremy Chappell Lewis Longshadow Iver Alex Clayton Daniel Hulbert Andrew Martin Angela Clark Myron Freeman Kayn Kalmbach Aaron Fordham Tracy Peters Grant Boston Ken Cunningham Erik Chavez

"How fast are you going to run?" For Episode 366, Thomas and Brandon revisit Peter Weir's GALLIPOLI as part of their series on World War I movies. Listen as they discuss Peter Weir's career, the casting of Mel Gibson, what controversial media figure backed the film, and why it should be discussed more within the war genre and Weir's career.  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - Spider-Man Trilogy -  (00:00:10) Recap of World War I Movies (00:02:43) Intro to Gallipoli (00:09:22) The History of the Battle of the Nek (00:11:18) How Gallipoli Got to Production (00:20:21) Favorite Scenes (00:31:08) On Set Life - (01:01:54) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:06:30) What Worked and What Didn't (01:14:52) Film Facts (01:21:42) Awards (01:23:16) Final Questions on the Movie (01:27:56) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:34:47) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast

Valerie's focus on the villain's monologue in She Said was always going to be risky because we'd have to hear Harvey Weinstein's justification but justification requires the villain owning his stuff! What's interesting is not what's said but who says it. There's also differences between the turning points in this movie and the others we've watched, and it has a big impact on the story. -M Get The Fundamentals of Storytelling today! Go to storynerd.ca/courses and use coupon code CANADA50, now through July 7, for 50% off. For access to writing templates and worksheets, and more than 70 hours of training (all for free), subscribe to Valerie's Inner Circle.To learn to read like a writer, visit Melanie's website.

“Vampires hold incredible destructive power, and so we're very drawn to them, sort of like moths to a candle, right? I think that's sort of eternal, and that's the reason every culture, pretty much around the globe has some version of the vampire because it represents that very human conflict of what we desire which is so in tune with and aligned to things that can also destroy us. That just feels very honest and eternal, so I don't think [vampires] will ever go away. I think they will be an eternal part of our mythologies,” says writer/director Natasha Kermani, about the everlasting appeal of vampires on film.  On today's episode, we chat with Natasha Kermani about her new movie Abraham's Boys that extends the world of Dracula into a psychological family drama with its own chills and thrills. The movie centers on brothers Max (Brady Hepner) and Rudy (Judah Mackey) Van Helsing, who have spent their lives under the strict rule of their father, Abraham Van Helsing (Titus Welliver). Unaware of their father's dark past as a vampire hunter, they struggle to understand his paranoia and increasingly erratic behavior. But when the brothers begin to uncover the violent truths behind Abraham's history with Dracula, their world unravels, forcing them to confront the terrifying family legacy.  Kermani talks about adapting the Joe Hill short story of the same name, shares tips for structuring a short story into a feature film, and ways a writer can bring a classic monster story like Dracula into a modern setting.   “I think it's about examining our world through an eternal lens of these mythologies that don't change. Power dynamics. Authority. Submission. These are eternal. So the question is, if you take that structure, and apply it to our world, how do things fall into place? And when you can start to look at the world around us through that lens, I think you start to get really interesting, truthful stories because you're not trying to come up with a new structure, or a new classic. You are obeying the laws of how our brains work and how our stories work. “I think it's a question of, ‘What are the things that you desire, but also fear? What are you drawn to, like a moth to flame?' For me, with Abraham's Boys, it's that we're so drawn to the idea of someone coming to you and saying, ‘I know what the monsters are, I know what the heroes are. Follow me and you'll be safe.' That's very dangerous,” says Kermani.  To hear more, listen to the podcast.

The DC Studios debut film is here! And joining Matt to discuss it is our super-friend Matthew Kelly AKA: Nando v Movies! Does Big Blue bring it? Should we all buy stock in Lexcorp? How much they feed Crypto if they were watching him for the weekend? All this an more awaits your earholes in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosts: Adam Rani (@adamthechase)   & Christine Chen (@cchenmtf) Guest: Hannah MittermeierFor more information about Christine Chen: christinewchen.comFor more information go to getreelisms.com For more information on ERZULIE go to: erzuliefilm.com  WEBISODE version of the Podcastgetreelisms.com  00:00 Introduction to Onyx Films 00:37 Meet the Hosts: Adam and Christine 01:11 Special Guest: Hannah Mittermeier 01:30 Hannah's Journey in Filmmaking 03:26 The Impact of COVID-19 on Hannah's Career 05:13 Happy Saturday: Hannah's Directorial Debut 06:22 Mental Health Themes in Filmmaking 07:11 Joining Onyx Films 11:05 Challenges and Rewards of Directing 20:43 Balancing Directing and Acting 25:50 Exploring Body Horror 27:05 The Challenge of Watching Horror Films 28:18 Analyzing Horror Films 30:02 Horror Film Recommendations 32:45 Debunking Horror Myths 36:42 The Collaborative Nature of Filmmaking 43:48 Final Thoughts and Farewell Official Get Reelisms PageGet Reelisms Amazon StoreInstagram

Sandy offers a behind-the-scenes look at a major TV show that recently made a surprising mistake—killing off a character twice. How did this happen, and who was responsible? We'll explore these questions with a focus on "And Just Like That." Even if you haven't watched the series, you'll find valuable insights here. Additionally, Sandy discusses how continuity is usually managed in TV production, highlighting Gregg Nations, the talented script coordinator from "LOST," as covered in a New York Times profile.  Executive Producer Kristin Overn, Executive Producer/Creator Sandy Adomaitis, Producer Terry Sampson, with music by Ethan Stoller.

CinemAddicts episode 302 reviews movies opening the week of Friday July 11, 2025. They include Sovereign, Daniela Forever, Hot Spring Shark Attack, Push, Amongst the Wolves and Abraham's Boys: A Dracula Story. Timestamps: (0:00) - Greg Srisavasdi talks about the Movie Spoilers early access for our Patreon members. (12:51) - Sovereign (Theaters, Digital/On Demand July 11). Images: Briarcliff Entertainment (21:06) - Daniela Forever (Theaters July 11, Digital July 22). Images: Well Go USA Entertainment (28:00) - Hot Spring Shark Attack (Theaters and VOD July 11). Images: Utopia (35:45) - Amongst The Wolves (Theaters, Digital July 11). Images: Vertigo Releasing (44:08) - Push (Streaming on Shudder July 11). Images: Shudder (51:51) - Abraham's Boys: A Dracula Story (Theaters July 11). Images: RLJE Films and Shudder (64:17) - Bruce Purkey, over in the Cinem-Attic, reviews Push (74:00) - Amongst The Wolves (81:00) - The Night Porter CinemAddicts Info: Like Our CinemAddicts Facebook Page Join our CinemAddicts Facebook Group for daily movie recommendations. Join our CinemAddicts Patreon for a Monthly Bonus Episode and Early access to Spoilers and Interviews! Our email: editor@deepestdream.com Shop our CinemAddicts Merch store (shirts, hoodies, mugs) Our Website is Find Your Films Thanks to our Patreon Community Ryan Smith Stephen Schrock Susan Charles Peterson Nelson B. McClintock Diana Van De Kamp Pete Abeyta Tyler Andula Stephen Mand Edmund Mendez Abbie Schmidt Jeff Tait Robert Prakash Kristen Chris M Jeremy Chappell Lewis Longshadow Iver Alex Clayton Daniel Hulbert Andrew Martin Angela Clark Myron Freeman Kayn Kalmbach Aaron Fordham Tracy Peters Grant Boston Ken Cunningham Erik Chavez   #DanielaForever #TheNightPorter #MovieReviews #HotSpringSharkAttack #AbrahamsBoys

ABOUT THE EPISODE --In episode 247 of Reel Therapy, Daniel and Donavon dig into the first three episodes of Marvel's Ironheart on Disney+. They break down the show's characters, their dialogue, initial plot choices and why Marvel Studios has been so quiet about their new show.TABLE OF CONTENTS --00:00:00 - About the Episode00:00:40 - Greetings00:01:45 - Ironheart - Episodes 1 - 300:40:55 - The Eve of Superman00:48:43 - Before We GoABOUT THE SHOW --Ironheart follows Riri Williams, a brilliant young inventor and MIT student who builds her own advanced suit of armor — rivaling even Tony Stark's Iron Man. As she steps into the spotlight, Riri must navigate the challenges of being a tech genius, a rising superhero, and a young woman caught between legacy and identity.Blending coming-of-age storytelling with Marvel's signature action and world-building, Ironheart explores what it means to forge your own path in a world shaped by giants. Part of the MCU's Phase 5, the series dives deep into themes of innovation, responsibility, and the next generation of heroes.FIND US --For everything Reel Therapy and 241 Studios, check out our website:LINK: https://www.241studios.com/Follow us on:Instagram: @reeltherapy_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/reeltherapypod

"I'm not afraid of dying tomorrow, only of getting killed." For Episode 365, David and Brandon kick-off CineNation's World War I series with Stanley Kubrick's PATHS OF GLORY. Listen as they discuss Kubrick's career before the film, why so many studios turned the movie down, the screenwriter controversery, how they pulled off the trench scenes, why one major actor was fired during production because of an alleged kidnapping, how Kubrick's detailed style of directing annoyed some actors, and more! Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content:  Opening - The Round-Up Series and More -  (00:00:10) Intro to World War I (00:09:22) Intro to World War I Movies (00:20:28) Intro to Paths of Glory (00:24:31) How Paths of Glory Got to Production (00:35:54) Favorite Scenes (00:44:40) On Set Life - (01:17:54) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:25:31) What Worked and What Didn't (01:28:49) Film Facts (01:35:28) Awards (01:36:58) Final Questions on the Movie (01:41:40) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:47:55) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast

ABOUT THE EPISODE —In episode 246 of Reel Therapy, Daniel and Donavon dive into their most anticipated movies, shows, and games still to come in 2025. From massive franchise returns to long-awaited adaptations, they break down what has them most excited — and why.Highlights include Season 2 of Fallout, Metal Gear Solid: Delta, and James Gunn's upcoming Superman film. Whether you're into storytelling, world-building, or pure hype, this episode covers the best of what's still ahead in 2025.TABLE OF CONTENTS --00:00:00 - About the Episode00:00:40 - Greetings00:01:55 - Movies00:15:50 - Television00:27:25 - Games00:48:50 - Before We GoFIND US --For everything Reel Therapy and 241 Studios, check out our website:LINK: https://www.241studios.com/Follow us on:Instagram: @reeltherapy_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/reeltherapypod

The antagonist drives the middle of a story, so what happens when the antagonist is a really weak character? Well, if you're a filmmaker and can cast Emilio Estevez, you might get away with it. If you're a novelist, you're in trouble. This week, Melanie and I take a look at The Mighty Ducks where the story is thin but the ice is thick. While this movie doesn't offer up the best example of the villain's monologue, thankfully, it's got lots to teach us about turning points. -V. Get The Fundamentals of Storytelling today! Go to storynerd.ca/courses and use coupon code CANADA50, now through July 7, for 50% off. For access to writing templates and worksheets, and more than 70 hours of training (all for free), subscribe to Valerie's Inner Circle.To learn to read like a writer, visit Melanie's website.

With Shahir out of town presumably researching dinosaurs, Matt and Jamie cue up the harmonica version of the JP theme song for this next entry in the legendary franchise from Director Gareth Edwards. Does it capture the wonder of the Parks? Or are we left with a empty feeling Jurassic World?If you're enjoying the show, consider buying us a coffee, sending us an email or hitting us up on Letterboxd, Twitter(X), BlueSky or Instagram!You can catch our episodes early and ad free over on Nebula! Sign up with the link below. It really helps out the pod so we thank you in advance!https://go.nebula.tv/theonlypodcastaboutmoviesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Let's revisit Episode 15, where Sandy and Terry delve into the fascinating differences between the movie and the true story of the 1979 film "The Amityville Horror,” featuring Josh Brolin, Margot Kidder, and Rod Steiger. This haunting tale follows a family haunted by supernatural forces after moving into a house on Long Island, New York, believed to be haunted. Executive Producer Kristin Overn, Executive Producer/Creator Sandy Adomaitis, Producer Terry Sampson, with music by Ethan Stoller.

Host Jeff Goldsmith talks to co-writer Erik Jendresen and writer-director Christopher McQuarrie about Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning. Download my podcast here Copyright © Unlikely Films, Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. For more great content check out Backstory Magazine @ Backstory.net

Writer/producer David Simkins (Adventures in Babysitting, Charmed, Grimm, Blade, Roswell, Angel) talks about his start as a screenwriter and his evolving process of writing his “core story."

CinemAddicts Episode 301 features reviews of Pretty Thing, Heads of State, 40 Acres, and Ice Road: Vengeance. Plus, Bruce Purkey reviews Hot Milk. Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Eric Holmes talks about the Project Hail Mary Trailer 3:58 - Ice Road: Vengeance now available on Digital (Images: Vertical) 11:01 - 40 Acres - now playing in theaters (Images: Magnolia Pictures) 19:25 - Heads of State (now streaming on Prime Video). Images: Amazon Content Services 29:36 - Bruce's Pretty Thing review (hits theaters and VOD July 4th). Images: Shout! Studios 37:08 - Bruce reviews Hot Milk. Now playing in theaters. Images: IFC Films / Nikos Nikolopoulos 46:18 - 40 Acres review Rent/purchase movies from our Amazon Links to support CinemAddicts (we receive a slight commission as Associates members. You can also use our Amazon SiteStripe for your purchases. CinemAddicts Info: Like Our CinemAddicts Facebook Page Join our CinemAddicts Facebook Group for daily movie recommendations. Join our CinemAddicts Patreon for a Monthly Bonus Episode and Early access to Spoilers and Interviews! Our email: editor@deepestdream.com Shop our CinemAddicts Merch store (shirts, hoodies, mugs) Our Website is Find Your Films Thanks to our Patreon Community Ryan Smith Stephen Schrock Susan Charles Peterson Nelson B. McClintock Diana Van De Kamp Pete Abeyta Tyler Andula Stephen Mand Edmund Mendez Abbie Schmidt Jeff Tait Robert Prakash Kristen Chris M Jeremy Chappell Lewis Longshadow Iver Alex Clayton Daniel Hulbert Andrew Martin Angela Clark Myron Freeman Kayn Kalmbach Aaron Fordham Tracy Peters Grant Boston Ken Cunningham Erik Chavez #MovieReviews #CinemAddicts #IceRoadVengeance #PrettyThing #HeadsofState

Will and Matt discuss screenwriting and comedy when it comes to the late Blake Snyder's one of two screenplays sold. (For those that don't know, Blake Snyder's screenwriting book Save the Cat has taken over Hollywood for like a quarter of a century now... and yet... this is a movie that was written.) DISCLAIMER: Language and Spoilers!!STOP! OR MY MOM WILL SHOOTdir. Roger Spottiswoodestarring: Sylvester Stallone; Estelle Getty; Roger Rees

“One thing I've found in the crime genre is that homicides are always interesting. When somebody's killed, whatever that case may be, it's usually compelling drama. So then it's up to you as the writer to surprise the audience and do things that they didn't think were coming. I've described it like this before: If you can hit the sweet spot of, ‘I didn't see that coming! I should have seen it coming, but I didn't see it coming,' That, to me, is the best writing. It's like, when you got to the end of The Sixth Sense, and you were like, ‘Oh my god, I should have seen that coming!' That was great writing,” says Derek Haas, creator and writer for the show Countdown on Prime.  You may know Derek Haas from the popular NBC procedural dramas like Chicago Med, Chicago Fire and Chicago PD. Now, he's got a new crime drama on Prime called Countdown that tells one twisty crime story over 13 episodes – all written by Haas. Set in Los Angeles, Countdown follows a secret task force who discover a sinister international plot that threatens millions of lives. The show stars Eric Dane, Jensen Ackles and Jessica Camacho as undercover agents all harboring dark secrets of their own.  On this episode of the podcast, we chat with Haas about starting his career as a crime novelist, writing movies like 2 Fast 2 Furious, 3:10 to Yuma and Wanted before making the switch to TV. Haas talks about working with director John Singleton, prolific TV producer Dick Wolf and writing characters that hook audiences. He also shares his advice for writing action sequences that both stun visually and surprise the audience.  “When I think about action sequences, I always go back to Raiders of the Lost Ark. My favorite action sequence of any movie ever is when Indiana Jones has to fight this gigantic Nazi guy, and – in any other movie – that would have been the only thing that's happening. But they put Marion in a plane where she gets trapped because the cover of the plane closes. Then the plane's propellers start spinning. The plane starts spinning, gas is leaking out of the plane, there's other people running by with machine guns. So it's not just, ‘Oh, here's a fight,' it's ‘Here's a fight, but there's eight other things happening at once.' I really try to do that in these chase sequences, because you have seen a million of them. What's the other factors I can bring to it? How can I show you something you haven't seen before? Sometimes it's character, and sometimes, it's the stunt itself,” says Haas.  To hear more screenwriting advice from Haas, listen to the podcast.    

Whether it's days, weeks or years, we're always ready to rage out and put boots on the ground to discuss Danny Boyle and Alex Garland's newest film! If you're enjoying the show, consider buying us a coffee, sending us an email or hitting us up on Letterboxd, Twitter(X), BlueSky or Instagram!You can catch our episodes early and ad free over on Nebula! Sign up with the link below. It really helps out the pod so we thank you in advance!https://go.nebula.tv/theonlypodcastaboutmoviesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're thrilled to introduce our special guest, Leo Andronov! He's a talented screenwriter, director, novelist, dramatist, and the author of FIRST DRAFT PRACTICAL STEPS. Originally from Russia, Leo now makes his home in LA. He's celebrated in his home country, having won the top award at the Eurasia International Dramatist Competition, one of Russia's most prestigious playwriting contests. Leo also wrote and directed his first feature film, 29th Kilometer. His book, First Draft Practical Steps, recently soared to become an Amazon #1 bestseller in the Play & Scriptwriting category.FIRST DRAFT PRACTICAL STEPS by Leo Andronov is available on Amazon.Executive Producer Kristin OvernExecutive Producer Sandy AdomaitisProducer Terry SampsonMusic by Ethan Stoller

CinemAddicts episode 300 features new movies that are coming out the week of Friday, June 27, 2025. They are Off the Grid, Escape from the 21st Century and The Sound. Eric Holmes also reviews Alma and the Wolf. Timestamps (0:00) - Intro (6:06) - Off The Grid (Images: Lionsgate). Theaters, Digital and On Demand June 27 (10:27) - The Sound (Images: Blue Harbor Entertainment). Theaters and VOD June 27. (16:50) - Alma & The Wolf (Images: Paramount Pictures). Now available On Digital (24:20) - Patreon assigned review of Copycat. Thanks to Patron Stephen Schrock for the movie pick! (37:55) - Bruce Purkey is in the Cinem-Attic! (40:32) - Escape from the 21st Century (Images: Cineverse). VOD on June 21st (49:07) - Copycat - (57:50) - Babygirl (66:14) - The Quilters (short) (69:30) - Go (69:54) - Battle Royale Rent/purchase movies from our Amazon Links to support CinemAddicts (we receive a slight commission as Associates members. You can also use our Amazon SiteStripe for your purchases. CinemAddicts Info: Like Our CinemAddicts Facebook Page Join our CinemAddicts Facebook Group for daily movie recommendations. Join our CinemAddicts Patreon for a Monthly Bonus Episode and Early access to Spoilers and Interviews! Our email: editor@deepestdream.com Shop our CinemAddicts Merch store (shirts, hoodies, mugs) Our Website is Find Your Films Thanks to our Patreon Community Ryan Smith Stephen Schrock Susan Charles Peterson Nelson B. McClintock Diana Van De Kamp Pete Abeyta Tyler Andula Stephen Mand Edmund Mendez Abbie Schmidt Jeff Tait Robert Prakash Kristen Chris M Jeremy Chappell Lewis Longshadow Iver Alex Clayton Daniel Hulbert Andrew Martin Angela Clark Myron Freeman Kayn Kalmbach Aaron Fordham Tracy Peters Grant Boston Ken Cunningham Erik Chavez

Host Jeff Goldsmith talks to actor Jason Isaacs about Season 3 of White Lotus. Download my podcast here Copyright © Unlikely Films, Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. For more great content check out Backstory Magazine @ Backstory.net

Meet Anthony McLean—keynote speaker, screenwriter, and long-time youth advocate. We unpack why mental fitness is “everything you do so you can be at your best for the longest, with the least wear and tear.”  Show Notes Why “your authentic self is your superpower” and how to use it at work Mental fitness vs. hustle culture—Mr Beast as cautionary tale The “big-rocks” calendar hack for protecting creative time Fun as a non-negotiable productivity tool Parenting teens & first-year university students without losing influence Using AI as a creative co-pilot (and where the human stays irreplaceable) Rapid-fire takeaways: breathwork, journaling, therapy, and micro-recovery   **** ✨ Personal Socrates is on SALE! >>> Use UPGRADE20 at baronfig.com for 20% off through May and June.    Release details for the NEW BOOK.   Connect with Marc >>>  Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show! Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet! * A special thanks to MONOS, our official travel partner for Behind the Human! Use MONOSBTH10 at check-out for savings on your next purchase. ✈️ * Special props

Love is in the air in Celine Song's "Materialists" which reunites our trio of intrepid film critic matchmakers lead by Izzy (BKRewind) to help us answer the ultimate cinematic dilemma: Pedro Pascal or Chris Evans? If you're enjoying the show, consider buying us a coffee, sending us an email or hitting us up on Letterboxd, Twitter(X), BlueSky or Instagram!You can catch our episodes early and ad free over on Nebula! Sign up with the link below. It really helps out the pod so we thank you in advance!https://go.nebula.tv/theonlypodcastaboutmoviesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Writers often get stuck at the transition between Act Two and Act Three—especially when the “all hope is lost” moment doesn't quite fit their story. Is this moment supposed to be the character's lowest emotional point? Is redemption supposed to kick in right away? What if your character is still flailing?In this episode, Zena challenges the conventional “lowest point” terminology and offers a more nuanced, flexible way to think about this crucial plot transition—and how understanding this shift can raise the stakes and deepen your protagonist's arc.Want access to office hours like this one?This episode comes straight from Zena's monthly Office Hours, an exclusive perk for anyone who's ever taken one of her courses. These private Q&A sessions are your chance to get unstuck, get clarity, and get expert feedback—directly from Zena herself.Get in on it: Take any of Zena's courses to unlock lifetime access to Office Hours. If you're ready to deepen your craft and get personal feedback from Zena herself, check out her online courses.Seven Deadly Plot Points FREE TRAINING VIDEO#amwriting #authorproblems #shortstory #screenplayformat #writingtips #writersconnection #christianscreenwriter #StoryStructure #WritingTips #PlotDevelopment #ActTwoToThree #ScreenwritingLife Send us a textSupport the show

"We can always choose to do what's right." For Episode 364, Brandon, Thomas, and David complete their deep dive into Sam Raimi's SPIDER-MAN trilogy by covering SPIDER-MAN 3. Listen as they discuss Sam Raimi's original plan for the third film, why Venom and Gwen Stacy were added, what were the plans for SPIDER-MAN 4, and more.  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - Brandon as a Seat Filler -  (00:00:10) Recap of Spider-Man Trilogy (00:04:04) Intro to Spider-Man 3 (00:11:47) How Spider-Man 3 Got to Production (00:21:24) Favorite Scenes (00:34:56) On Set Life - (01:13:14) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:25:55) What Worked and What Didn't (01:36:08) Film Facts (01:41:52) Awards (01:43:18) Final Questions on the Movie (01:48:41) Final Questions on the Trilogy (01:54:11) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:59:48) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast

CinemAddicts Episode 299 features movies releasing the week of Friday, June 20, 2025. Movies reviewed include "Inside," "Don't Tell Larry," "Eye for an Eye," "Found Footage: The Making of the Patterson Project," and "The Queen of My Dreams." Bruce Purkey also reviews the Netflix documentary "Trainwreck: The Mayor of Mayhem" and "Department Q." Eric Holmes reviews the Apple TV+ movie "Echo Valley." Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 7:14 - Don't Tell Larry 11:23 - Inside 22.33 - Echo Valley 32:30 - Bruce Purkey is in the Cinem-Attic! 33:37 - The Queen of My Dreams - images courtesy of Courtesy of Willa/Product Of Culture 42:32 - Found Footage: The Making of the Patterson Project 49:38 - Trainwreck: The Mayor of Mayhem 58:44 - Department Q CinemAddicts Info: Like Our CinemAddicts Facebook Page Join our CinemAddicts Facebook Group for daily movie recommendations. Join our CinemAddicts Patreon for a Monthly Bonus Episode and Early access to Spoilers and Interviews! Our email: editor@deepestdream.com Shop our CinemAddicts Merch store (shirts, hoodies, mugs) Our Website is Find Your Films Thanks to our Patreon Community Ryan Smith Stephen Schrock Susan Charles Peterson Nelson B. McClintock Diana Van De Kamp Pete Abeyta Tyler Andula Stephen Mand Edmund Mendez Abbie Schmidt Jeff Tait Robert Prakash Kristen Chris M Jeremy Chappell Lewis Longshadow Iver Alex Clayton Daniel Hulbert Andrew Martin Angela Clark Myron Freeman Kayn Kalmbach Aaron Fordham Tracy Peters Grant Boston Ken Cunningham Erik Chavez

Host Jeff Goldsmith talks to actor Dichen Lachman about Season 2 of Severance. Download my podcast here Copyright © Unlikely Films, Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. For more great content check out Backstory Magazine @ Backstory.net

In this episode, Hilliard and guest co-host writer/producer Deonte Staats sit down for a two hour, nothing but game conversation with Showrunner/Co-Creator of the new MAX hit series DUSTER!Highlights: LaToya's time in the Warner Bros Writers Workshop, the Overall Deal and how it works, the John Wells system, creating the show Duster, casting, staffing the room, the importance of what's on the page and we later open it up for a super fun Q&A with a group of Emerging Writers who were in the building!About LaToya: Born and raised in Los Angeles, writer-producer LaToya Morgan is known for her work on Shameless, Parenthood, Turn: Washington's Spies, Into the Badlands and The Walking Dead.Recently, she joined forces with J.J. Abrams to co-create, showrun and executive produce the HBO MAX series Duster under her shingle TinkerToy Productions alongside Bad Robot for Warner Brothers Television which had its international premiere at Canne series, the Cannes International Series Festival in France in the Spring of 2025. The show premiered May 15th, 2025 is currently airing on the streamer weekly on Thursday nights through July.On the feature side, Morgan has projects at Universal, Paramount, and was tapped by Amazon/MGM and horror grandmaster George Romero's family to write a new sequel to the iconic film Night of the Living Dead.Morgan is an advisor and mentor for the Sundance Institute, Film Independent, and Outfest Episodic Labs and the WGA's Inclusion and Equity committee. She wrote, produced and directed the award winning short film Team Marilyn which was distributed on STARZ and is expanding into a feature film. In addition to writing for DC Comics, Morgan's best-selling genre-bending sci-fi comic book series Dark Blood was recently published by BOOM! Studios. She was enlisted by the company once again – this time along with Creed star Michael B. Jordan and his company Outlier Society – to write Creed: The Next Round, the first ever comic book tie-in for the franchise.Morgan holds an MFA in Screenwriting from the American Film Institute Conservatory, is a two-time NAACP Image Award nominee, and a member of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.Subscribe, like, follow, share & 5-star review!Our Motto: “Keep it GAME all day!"WWW.SCREENWRITERSRANTROOM.COMFor information, Merch (NEW T-SHIRTS/HOODIES), and all things Rant Room!https://screenwriters-rant-room.printify.me/productsEMAIL: ScreenwritersRantRoom@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Hilliard Guess on all social media@Hilliardguess.bsky.socialIG: @ScreenwritersRantRoomGuests:@Morganicink@CheckmystaatsWE ARE NOW OPEN TO SPONSORSHIPS AND BRANDING OPPORTUNITIES⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ :Screenwritersrantroom@gmail.com

“In my mind, Belle is going through life, at least our version of Belle – I've never met the real Belle – she's going through life with this hole inside, this overwhelming need for approval, that social media absolutely capitalizes on and she just keeps trying to feed the beast. She hasn't grown up with the healthiest of role models herself. She has learnt that being sick is a shortcut to being loved and to getting attention,” says Samantha Strauss, creator and showrunner for the Netflix limited series Apple Cider Vinegar, about understanding her main character's disgraceful motivation to lie about having brain cancer.  Adapted from the book, The Woman Who Fooled the World, by Beau Donelly and Nick Toscano, Apple Cider Vinegar chronicles the incredible and heartbreaking rise and fall of the real Belle Gibson (Kaitlin Dever), a notorious health and wellness “scamfluencer.” Strauss talks about starting her young life in Australia as a ballet dancer before a terrible injury led her to discover TV writing. She also talks about how her previous TV show, The End, got the attention of Nicole Kidman, who championed her writing career. Strauss gushes about how she was inspired by Kidman's, “Fierce intelligence, just exactly what you'd expect, and rigor. You know, she would be giving notes at the end of a really long day of filming. She wasn't resting on her laurels at all. There's just such a generosity of spirit there and to think she's helped other emerging Australian creatives is pretty special,” she says.  Strauss discusses the challenges of adapting a true story while the subject is still alive, tips and tricks for making the show feel immediate and seductive while mimicking the addictive nature of social media, and getting the primal relationship of mothers and daughters authentic on screen.  To hear more about Apple Cider Vinegar and Strauss's advice for writers adapting true stories, listen to the podcast.     

Join the podcaster of podcasters as we battle it out to find out who are the Killer of Killers in the first of Dan Trachtenberg's two predator movies this year! If you're enjoying the show, consider buying us a coffee, sending us an email or hitting us up on Letterboxd, Twitter(X), BlueSky or Instagram!You can catch our episodes early and ad free over on Nebula! Sign up with the link below. It really helps out the pod so we thank you in advance!https://go.nebula.tv/theonlypodcastaboutmoviesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Movies reviews that are coming out on the week of Friday June 13, 2025 are Tatami, Diablo, Killing Mary Sue, The Other and Best Wishes To All. ***We Receive a slight commission when you use our Amazin Affiliate links (Diablo, Killing Mary Sue) and/or SiteStripe for your Movie Rentals/Purchases. Thanks for supporting CinemAddicts! Timestamps (0:00) - Intro (5:40) - Diablo - Images: Lionsgate. In Theaters, Digital, On Demand starting 6/13 (15:53) - The Other - Images: Quiver Distribution. Digital and On Demand 6/13 (23:00) - Killing Mary Sue - Images courtesy of Samuel Goldwyn Films. On Demand 6/13 (32:25) - Best Wishes To All - Images: Indepenent Film Company & Shudder. Streams on Shudder 6/13 (38:29) - Tatami - Images: XYZ Films (49:15) - Predator: Killer of Killers (57:23) - Bruce Purkey is in The Cinem-Attic!! (59:25) - Tatami (67:40) - Best Wishes To All (77:40) - Tires (85:01) - Rolling Thunder CinemAddicts Info: Like Our CinemAddicts Facebook Page Join our CinemAddicts Facebook Group for daily movie recommendations. Join our CinemAddicts Patreon for a Monthly Bonus Episode and Early access to Spoilers and Interviews! Our email: editor@deepestdream.com Shop our CinemAddicts Merch store (shirts, hoodies, mugs) Our Website is Find Your Films Thanks to our Patreon Community Ryan Smith Stephen Schrock Susan Charles Peterson Nelson B. McClintock Diana Van De Kamp Pete Abeyta Tyler Andula Stephen Mand Edmund Mendez Abbie Schmidt Jeff Tait Robert Prakash Kristen Chris M Jeremy Chappell Lewis Longshadow Iver Alex Clayton Daniel Hulbert Andrew Martin Angela Clark Myron Freeman Kayn Kalmbach Aaron Fordham Tracy Peters Grant Boston Ken Cunningham Erik Chavez #Tatami #BestWishesToAll #KillingMarySue

Learn how to use dialectical structure to deepen your screenplay's theme, character arcs, and emotional impact through a deep analysis of Adolescence Episode 2. Join us for a Special 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/

ABOUT THE EPISODE —In episode 245 of Reel Therapy, Daniel and Donavon are joined by filmmaker Alexander Jefferey to talk all things Andor Season 2.From its grounded storytelling to its genre-defying tone, the conversation explores how the show continues to challenge what Star Wars can be — and whether we'll ever get something this bold again.We dig into how Andor reshapes the legacy of Rogue One, the show's political edge, and the creative risks that make it stand out in a galaxy full of nostalgia. Expect sharp insights, thoughtful analysis, and passionate debate about one of the most acclaimed pieces of modern Star Wars storytelling.TABLE OF CONTENTS --00:00:00 - About the Episode00:00:44 - Greetings00:01:35 - Andor - Season 201:14:48 - Final Thoughts01:17:20 - Before We GoABOUT THE SHOW —Season 2 of Andor picks up as the Rebellion begins to take shape, diving deeper into the personal cost of resistance across a fractured galaxy. As Cassian Andor is pulled further into the fight against the Empire, the series weaves a tense, character-driven story filled with espionage, sacrifice, and moral ambiguity.With its grounded tone, political subtext, and cinematic realism, Andor sets itself apart from traditional Star Wars fare. Created by Tony Gilroy, the show continues to challenge and elevate the franchise, offering a mature, slow-burn narrative that explores what it truly means to rebel — and what it costs.FIND US --To learn more about Alexander and follow his work, find him on:Threads: @alexanderjeffereyInstagram: @alexanderjeffereyFor everything Reel Therapy and 241 Studios, check out our website:LINK: https://www.241studios.com/Follow us on:Instagram: @reeltherapy_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/reeltherapypod

Host Jeff Goldsmith talks to creator-writer Charlie Brooker about Season 7 of Black Mirror. Download my podcast here Copyright © Unlikely Films, Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. For more great content check out Backstory Magazine @ Backstory.net

"Everybody loves a hero." For Episode 363, Thomas, David, and Brandon continue their discussion on Sam Raimi's SPIDER-MAN trilogy with SPIDER-MAN 2. Listen as they discuss the possibility of recasting Tobey Maguire, how many different versions of the script were being written at once, how they struggled shooting in New York City, and more. And when you're done listening, be sure to give us a review! Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content:  Opening - Online Film Clips -  (00:00:10) Recap of Spider-Man (00:04:28) Intro to Spider-Man 2 (00:07:59) How Spider-Man 2 Got to Production (00:16:47) Favorite Scenes (00:41:07) On Set Life - (01:25:27) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:34:31) What Worked and What Didn't (01:37:14) Film Facts (01:41:43) Awards (01:48:59) Final Questions on the Movie (01:55:53) Wrapping Up the Episode (02:03:39) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast

Hosts Tasha Huo & Josh Hallman discuss a blog post by Final Draft about 5 Ways to stretch your Screenwriting muscles every day so you never lose writing momentum, even on days you don't feel like writing.   Questions / Comments: ActTwoWriters@gmail.com Edited by the GREAT Paul Lundquist Music by 414Beg

Edward G. Excaliber is a Los Angeles-based, Miami-born Puerto Rican writer, a sci-fi/fantasy videogaming nerd who blends his darkly comedic, self-deprecating voice with emotionally sincere characters, focusing on grounded, personal stories in elevated genre worlds. The youngest of three, his passion for writing began at an early age, writing comic books, poems and lyrics, shifting to narrative storytelling in college, where he wrote and directed numerous stage plays. He transitioned to writing for film and television while attending the AFI Conservatory, earning an MFA in Screenwriting. Edward is an alum of the NBC Writers on the Verge and National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) writing programs. In 2024, Edward won the Hollywood Fringe Festival Theatre Theater Playwright Award for a one-act farce he penned. He's written episodes of Parcast's lost treasure podcast series, Gone. He's worked as a story analyst for Sony Pictures, Amblin, Austin Film Festival and Coverfly. Edward has twice been selected for the Read Latinx Initiative. Currently, Edward's learning to play guitar, practicing amateur archery and developing new projects. socials: (IG) @edwardexcaliber / @638play

“The most important thing that I've learned as a storyteller is that I have to treat every character in the show as though they're the lead in the show, and they are never doing anything so that I can prompt a move from another character. They are doing things that are true to what they want and their motivation. So that's what makes that architecture hard, because you know you want things to happen, but they have to happen coming out of character, not coming out of what the room wants to see happen. So it's like the merging of those two. We know what architecture we want, but if it doesn't feel true to the character, the character wouldn't do it. Every time, you've got to say no, even though it's tempting, because that is who you have to protect – your characters,” says Jennie Snyder Urman, creator and showrunner of Matlock, about creating story architecture in a series.  On today's episode, we talk with Jennie Snyder Urman, who created the reboot of Matlock starring Kathy Bates as Madeline Matlock. We chat about reinventing the beloved character once played by Andy Griffith, the joy of building a show around an older female lawyer and the generational changes in social attitudes women experience, and the sacrifices women often make when it comes to sexual harassment, including Matty herself.   “[Matty] realizes now, coming back [to the legal profession], what it cost her. And it's not like every day she was thinking about it. It was just, ‘Oh my gosh, I made these changes to avoid this. And why do I have to make these changes? Why didn't that person make the changes so I could be in the space where I was comfortable?' And I think what's so exciting about Maddie is that she's still learning new things at 75. I think there's also a little bit of a wish fulfillment, that you can still evolve, and you still learn, and you still feel new things,” says Urman.  To hear more about Matlock, what we can expect from season 2, and Urman's advice for writers, listen to the podcast. 

We're the hosts with the least in this billionaire boys club weekend filled with attempted coup's, artificially generated misinformation and poorly executed murders! If you're enjoying the show, consider buying us a coffee, sending us an email or hitting us up on Letterboxd, Twitter(X), BlueSky or Instagram!You can catch our episodes early and ad free over on Nebula! Sign up with the link below. It really helps out the pod so we thank you in advance!https://go.nebula.tv/theonlypodcastaboutmoviesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our guest is Thomas Dekker, an actor, musician, director, and screenwriter. Known for portraying John Connor in "Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles," Thomas can next be seen in the upcoming camp horror comedy "HALLOWEEN STORE." Thomas wrote and directed "JACK GOES HOME," featuring Rory Culkin, available to watch on Prime. In this episode, Thomas shares invaluable insights about his screenwriting journey that will benefit writers and all creatives who wake up each day to pursue their dreams.Executive Producer Kristin OvernExecutive Producer Sandy AdomaitisProducer Terry SampsonMusic by Ethan Stoller

Interviewees for this CinemAddicts episode include Dangerous Animals actors Hassie Harrison and Josh Heuston and Lemonade Blessing filmmaker Chris Merola. Dangerous Animals Images: Independent Film Company & Shudder Lemonade Blessing: Submarine EntertainmentCheck out our Find Your Films post on Dangerous Animals and Lemonade Blessing.   Timestamps (0:00) - Intro to Dangerous Animals (6:30) - Dangerous Animals interview with Hassie Harrison and Josh Heuston (13:52) - Lemonade Blessing intro (16:04) - Lemonade Blessing Interview with Chris Merola CinemAddicts Info: Like Our CinemAddicts Facebook Page Join our CinemAddicts Facebook Group for daily movie recommendations. Join our CinemAddicts Patreon for a Monthly Bonus Episode and Early access to Spoilers and Interviews! Our email: editor@deepestdream.com. Shop our CinemAddicts Merch store (shirts, hoodies, mugs). Our Website is Find Your Films Thanks to our Patreon Community 1. Ryan Smith 2. Stephen Schrock 3. Susan 4. Charles Peterson 5. Nelson B. McClintock 6. Diana Van De Kamp 7. Pete Abeyta 8. Tyler Andula 9. Stephen Mand 10. Edmund Mendez 11. Abbie Schmidt 12. Jeff Tait 13. Robert Prakash 14. Kristen 15. Chris M 16. Jeremy Chappell 17. Lewis Longshadow 18. Iver 19. Alex Clayton 20. Daniel Hulbert 21. Andrew Martin 22. Angela Clark 23. Myron Freeman 24. Kayn Kalmbach 25. Aaron Fordham 26. Tracy Peters 27. Grant Boston 28. Ken Cunningham 30. Erik Chavez #HassieHarrison #JoshHeuston #ChrisMerola #DangerousAnimals #LemonadeBlessing #TribecaFilmFestival

CinemAddicts Episode 297 features Reviews of movies coming out the week of Friday, June 6th 2025. These movies are Dangerous Animals, Barron's Cove, The Gardener, I Don't Understand You, and Bad Shabbos.  Bruce & Eric have reviews of “Lemonade Blessing,” a movie that has its World Premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival 2025 and is part of the U.S. Narrative Competition.  Also I mispronounced “Lemonade Blessing” director Chris Merola (I pronounced it “Melora” several times!). Also featured are Bruce's reviews of “The Mortician” and “Let The Fire Burn.” Timestamps (0:00) - Intro (5:00) - Dangerous Animals (Images: Independent Film Company & Shudder) (8:00) - Lemonade Blessing (Images: Submarine Entertainment) (13:23) - I Don't Understand You (Images: Vertical) (19:27) - The Gardener (Images: Blue Fox Entertainment) (25:33) - Barron's Cove (Images: Well Go USA Entertainment) (33:16) - Final Destination Bloodlines (45:24) - Bruce Purkey is in the Cinem-Attic! (47:29) - Dangerous Animals (57:09) - Lemonade Blessing (66:14) - Bad Shabbos (Images: Menemsha Films) (74:32) - The Mortician (79:17) - Let The Fire Burn   CinemAddicts Info: Like Our CinemAddicts Facebook Page Join our CinemAddicts Facebook Group for daily movie recommendations. Join our CinemAddicts Patreon for a Monthly Bonus Episode and Early access to Spoilers and Interviews! Our email: editor@deepestdream.com Shop our CinemAddicts Merch store (shirts, hoodies, mugs) Our Website is Find Your Films Thanks to our Patreon Community Ryan Smith Stephen Schrock Susan Charles Peterson Nelson B. McClintock Diana Van De Kamp Pete Abeyta Tyler Andula Stephen Mand Edmund Mendez Abbie Schmidt Jeff Tait Robert Prakash Kristen Chris M Jeremy Chappell Lewis Longshadow Iver Alex Clayton Daniel Hulbert Andrew Martin Angela Clark Myron Freeman Kayn Kalmbach Aaron Fordham Tracy Peters Grant Boston Ken Cunningham Erik Chavez

"With great power comes great responsibility." For Episode 362, David, Thomas, and Brandon team up for their month-long discussion on Sam Raimi's SPIDER-MAN trilogy. For the first part of the series, David tells them the story of how SPIDER-MAN made it to the big screen. Listen to learn more about the long development process, how James Cameron played a part in the film's early days, which actors were up for Peter Parker, how Sam Raimi got the job, how the film used new technology on set, and more! Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - Memorial Day Marathon -  (00:00:10) Intro to the Spider-Man Trilogy (00:04:39) Intro to Spider-Man (00:14:35) How Spider-Man Got to Production (00:19:44) Favorite Scenes (00:40:43) On Set Life - (01:17:14) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:26:56) What Worked and What Didn't (01:36:01) Film Facts (01:44:41) Awards (01:46:10) Final Questions on the Movie (01:53:10) Wrapping Up the Episode (02:01:14) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast

Page Turner Awards is an inclusive writing and book awards with one goal – to change the lives of as many writers as possible. The team at Page Turner Awards passionately believes that talented writers can be from any background, age, race, religion, or interest. To find out more and enter the awards go to https://bit.ly/Kat-Caldwell-2025 If you decide to enter use the discount code: 25KATCALDWELL10 And let me know! I would love to cheer you on!Link to the contest guides that Paula talks about in the interview: https://pageturnerawards.com/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=4Paula's writing boot camps: https://ipaulasheridan.com/authors-binge-factorCheck out the bonus episode with my audiobook teaser: https://katcaldwell.com/teaser-AECSign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletterWant more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I'm reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @katcaldwell_writing

This week on CinemAddicts we review two movies coming out the week of Friday, May 30th, 2025 (Ghost Trail, Ron Delsener Presents). We also review the Patreon assigned pick Oldboy, and Bruce Purkey has two movie recommendations (Final Destination: Bloodlines, Mickey 17). Timestamps (0:00) - Intro (2:10) - Oldboy (15:21) - Ron Delsener Presents. Images courtesy of Abramorama (18:35) - Ghost Trail. Images courtesy of Music Box Films. (27:33) - Bruce Purkey is in the CinemAttic! (29:52) - Ghost Trail (38:03) - Oldboy (50:12) - Final Destination: Bloodlines (56:36) - Mickey 17 (fyi - Bruce didn't mention in review, but he gave the movie ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️) CinemAddicts Info: Like Our CinemAddicts Facebook Page Join our CinemAddicts Facebook Group for daily movie recommendations. Join our CinemAddicts Patreon for a Monthly Bonus Episode and Early access to Spoilers and Interviews! Our email: editor@deepestdream.com. Shop our CinemAddicts Merch store (shirts, hoodies, mugs). Our Website is Deepest Dream Thanks to our Patreon Community 1. Ryan Smith 2. Stephen Schrock 3. Susan 4. Charles Peterson 5. Nelson B. McClintock 6. Diana Van De Kamp 7. Pete Abeyta 8. Tyler Andula 9. Stephen Mand 10. Edmund Mendez 11. Abbie Schmidt 12. Jeff Tait 13. Robert Prakash 14. Kristen 15. Chris M 16. Jeremy Chappell 17. Lewis Longshadow 18. Iver 19. Alex Clayton 20. Daniel Hulbert 21. Andrew Martin 22. Angela Clark 23. Myron Freeman 24. Kayn Kalmbach 25. Aaron Fordham 26. Tracy Peters 27. Grant Boston 28. Ken Cunningham 30. Erik Chavez   #FinalDestinationBloodlines #OldBoy #GhostTrail

In this special roundtable, we're joined by three working screenwriters — Nic Curcio, Kristen Tepper, and Julia Yorks — who have each built successful writing careers while also growing authentic, engaged followings online. We talk candidly about the growing pressure for writers to maintain a social media presence. From expanding your network to attracting opportunities, social media can help. But it can also complicate your creative process, affect your mental health, and make the work feel secondary. This conversation is an honest look at that tension — and how, with the right mindset, social media can become less of a burden and more of a creative outlet that reflects your voice, supports your goals, and connects you to a writing community in an often isolating industry. --------------- Check out Nic, Kristen, and Julia's social accounts below... Nic Curcio Instagram: @nicolascurcio | TikTok: @nicolascurciowriter Kristen Tepper Instagram: @kristentepper | TikTok: @teppertoks Julia Yorks Instagram: @juliayorks | TikTok: @juliayorks --------------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices