Updates

Monday
Feb132012

February Podcast: In conversation writer-producer Meg LeFauve and writer-director Pat Verducci

EPISODE 103 OF THE NEW CINESTORY PODCAST IS NOW OUT!

Another gem from our 2011 Retreat! Just in time for Valentine's Day, this discussion explores the importance of writing from heart as well as maintaining a consistent tone, executing exciting set pieces and much more.

Thanks to our mentors for participating in the session and for giving permission to share this with you. Thanks also to composer Don Bodin for use of his track Home.   

 

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Wednesday
Jan112012

CineStory Podcast #2: How to be a Working Screenwriter

 

For the first time ever, step inside a CineStory Retreat

informal room!    

 

Recorded at the 2011 Retreat, this podcast features two literary managers discussing strategies for writing scripts that sell, spec'ing TV shows, as well as finding and working with a manager or agent.

Just click on the 'Play' icon below:

Wednesday
Jan112012

dreams on spec

Doc on Breaking in as a Screenwriter

Follow three follow three aspiring screenwriters in this documentary that explores how far people will go - and how much they will sacrifice - for the chance to pursue their dreams. The film also features pro writers such as Nora Ephron, Steven de Souza and Paul Guay.

Check it out on Snag Films for free:

 

Tuesday
Dec132011

Podcast with Academy Award Nominee Mark Fergus

The Inaugural CineStory Podcast

Mark Fergus

 

CineStory is delighted to be launching its podcast series with this Q&A session with previous CSA winner and mentor, Mark Fergus.    

 

Recorded at a live From Script to Screen event this May, hear this Academy Award nominee discuss his work on CHILDREN OF MEN, IRON MAN and COWBOYS AND ALIENS as well as answering questions about working with producers and his  pitching strategy.   

 

Thanks to Mark for participating in the session and for sharing his screenwriting tips and experience. 

 

Thanks also to composer Don Bodin for use of his track Home.

 

This is an exclusive early release, so download or listen to the podcast here before it hits iTunes!

 

Just click on the link below:

CineStory Podcast - Q&A with Mark Fergus

Tuesday
Oct182011

From the Writer's Perspective: Jamie Reidy

 

One of the writers who attended the 2011 Retreat, Jamie talks about the importance of understanding Thematic and how the retreat experience has changed him as a writer.