Fictional Skies

The Script Lab has a helpful piece on the first ten pages of a screenplay for those wanting to hit those five crucial elements. Andrew Stanton offers an insightful talk for Ted on what he knows about storytelling  for those interested in story and the man himself. Gideon's Screenwriting Tips  has a useful piece on the common mistakes of novice screenwriters for newcomers looking to develop. Michael Ferris at Script Mag  passionately outlines his four secrets to screenwriting success for those wanting to break through the noise and maximise opportunities. Go Into The Story has an excellent piece and list on clichéd dialogue for those wanting to avoid it and know when it's necessary. Screenwriter's Digest

" Every single Pixar film, at one time or another,  has been the worst movie ever put on film.  But  we know. We trust our process. We don't get scared and say, 'Oh, no, this film isn't working.'"  - John Lasseter    A Day in a Life  Bringing Inanimate Objects to Life 

Major excitement at  The Untitled Pixar Movie About Dinosaurs  announcement and secret artwork from, well, the past...  [-] Great performances and script from moving real-life drama The Blind Side ... [-]   [-] Boxing goes futuristic in exciting high-concept action drama  Real Steel  from DreamWorks Studios...  [-] Many scriptwriting lessons and a compelling experience to be had in Abi Morgan's  White Girl  television script...  [-] Excitement rises as Sony announce revival of 1990s afterlife hit thriller  Flatliners , with Source Code screenwriter on board...  [-] Fresh new episode, with silly bits and new competition from UK Scriptwriters Podcast ...  [-]