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I will not start a ‘not writing’ podcast*
Daily pages make such a difference to the way I approach my writing. A liminal space between journalling, brainstorming, outlining and freewriting – at best. At worst, a daily reflection on the things that I am not doing. I went back over some of my pages for the past couple of years, and the central…
Three reasons emerging above-the-line creatives should develop their below-the-line skills and relationships.
It’s only a week until the second edition of CrewHQ’s conference CrewCon. CrewCon fills a unique place in the Australian screen professional development space, providing a unique opportunity for emerging and experienced crew to connect and learn. But, if you’re an emerging writer, director, or producer, it’s also an essential opportunity. For writers especially -…
Getting writing-ready for next year with this excellent process
Wants and Needs. That’s what gets our characters out of bed and into trouble. But as writers, what do we do to keep moving towards our climax? Regardless of whether you are a plotter or a pantser when it comes to your work in progress, taking time to reflect and plan as a writer is…
Writer’s Voice selected as Finalist in SWN Short Script Contest
Never underestimate the value of a rewrite. Taken out of the virtual bottom drawer, with a little work, Writer’s Voice was selected as a finalist in the 2023 Screenwriters Network Short Screenplay contest. A black comedy about a writer struggling to create something new who has to battle their own inner voice, there is a little…
Greta Gerwig fought to keep Ken’s dream ballet in Barbie
This scene description by Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach in the Barbie script is a magical example of what can be done in the pre-shooting script to convey tone. And then it becomes a dream ballet and they work it out through dance An excerpt from her BFI interview with Jesse Armstrong as reported in…
Testing the new Australian CrewHQ service
Since its launch earlier this year, the new CrewHQ platform for Australian crew and above the line roles has got some good traction, largely in the South Australian industry, where founder Kirsty Stark is based. Crewing apps are traditionally focussed on below the line, and versions such as Green Room have come with their share…
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