Walking out of @realgdt.bsky.social ‘s Frankenstein, my best friend said that Mary Shelley would have been proud. I couldn’t agree more—it captures the emotions of the book perfectly as well as pays homage to classic versions of before. See it on the big screen if you can!!

Let’s talk PUNCH-UPS. Punching up a script is the process by which a script that’s working well gets funnier, tighter, and any remaining wrinkles get smoothed out. I’ve been in hundreds of punch-ups and learned a few lessons along the way… 🧵1 #Scriptsky #Screenwriting #Writingcommunity

Re-posting for the afternoon crowd. Here's a custom feed that displays Austin Film Festival posts. bsky.app/profile/did:... #scriptsky #austinfilmfestival #aff2025

In Adaptation, a fictionalized Robert McKee says, “The last act makes a film. Wow them in the end, and you got a hit. You can have flaws, problems, but wow them in the end, and you've got a hit.” Bull. Shit. Nobody’s making it to Act 3 if your Act 1 sucks. 🧵1 #Scriptsky #Screenwriting #Filmsky

I struggle with loglines. And based on the #Scriptsky #Screenwriting #WritingCommunity posts I’ve seen, so do lots of other people. Loglines are hard! But if you’re trying to get people interested in your script/book, it helps to have a great one. So here’s a 🧵 on some LOGLINE DOs and DON’Ts. 🧵1

One thing I love to do when I write is make sure what I’m writing surprises me. These are some excellent ways to get there! #ScriptSky

I’ve joked that I pay my agents 10% of my salary - not to find me jobs - but to be the ones who have to hear I didn’t get the job… over and over and over again. Like any creative industry, #screenwriting is hard and brutally competitive. So here’s a #Scriptsky #WritingCommunity 🧵 on REJECTION. 1

I would love to pitch this story in person during Down syndrome awareness month, so if you are able and feel called to help, I’ve created a go fund me to help cover the costs. Link is below. Thank you to everyone who gave me notes on this script. Kia kaha! gofund.me/437bb58d2

I’ve done a lot of work on my drama feature Oberlin this year, and I’m thrilled to see it paying off… it made semi-finalist at #AustinFilmFestival! Congrats to my fellow semi-finalists and second-rounders! #ScriptSky

These are some very helpful….notes. 😆 #ScriptSky

Over the last few months, I had the privilege of working with @hamrobotham.bsky.social, @juliebruns.bsky.social & Raven to bring a bit of my time travel audio drama to life. I’m thrilled to announce our teaser release!! #ScriptSky #AudioDrama #FicPod

This is a super important distinction!

There's no more coveted role in TV than showrunner, so let's see what we can learn from 10 intimate artist-on-artist conversations I've had with some of my favorites – inc. Chris Carter, David Shore, @dailyn.bsky.social, Shawn Ryan, @johnrogers.bsky.social, @harthanson.bsky.social, and more.

There was a segment on last week's Scriptnotes that really spoke to me. It was presented as an issue for screenwriters out of work, or with long stretches between jobs, and how that state has a tendency to push creatives toward safety. But when I heard it I thought about emerging screenwriters.

Encouraging writing advice for the day!

#Screenwriting is a competitive profession. Not a lot of jobs, but lots of people who want them. So when someone you know gets one and you don’t, you might feel lousy. But I’d encourage you to adjust your thinking. Why? Here’s a #Scriptsky 🧵 about JEALOUSY and the value of BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS. 1

Wise words here!! #ScriptSky

Under-writer all the way! Usually it comes in handy, but sometimes I realize I’m rushing things—that’s why good readers are invaluable. #ScriptSky

Try this any time you're not quite sure how to get from A to B and see if it helps. Or use this technique once you've finished your first draft to check for any plot holes or illogical plot progression. (Friday AGAIN! Where does the time go? 🤣) #scriptsky

📺 Want to write for TV? Jose Molina (Firefly, SVU, Clone Wars) is leading a FREE live masterclass on the writers’ room. 🗓 June 28 | 🕔 2PM PST / 5PM EST 💬 Includes live Q&A 🎟 Sign up → www.ignitethesparkretreats.com/saturdaymorn... #writersofbluesky #writerslife #scriptsky #filmsky #screenwriting

Just finished Words of War, and dang, it’s definitely worth viewing! A timely and well-constructed biopic that’s also a fun, tense watch. Plus, it’s about the power of writers! #WordsOfWar #Journalism #ScriptSky

The final emotion of your movie is the most important emotion of your movie. (a thread) #scriptsky #filmsky

I was 8. It was Balto meets Beauty and the Beast. Literally. Disney sent a nice rejection note to my handwritten pitch letter, so I directed it at home. I still want to write for you someday, Disney!

Excellent stuff here!

I've had great experiences with the manager/producer combo but there are plenty of horror stories out there. For a writer considering signing with someone, it's crucial to ask questions. 8/12

What’s your comfort show?

From @storyandplot.bsky.social This is great!

What’s a movie you think nobody but you and a handful of people have heard of, that you think is a fantastic film? #ScriptSky

Tomorrow, Weds May 14 at 5pm PST, free writers zoom where we’ll turn ourselves into a writers room to break a pilot. Hope to see you all there! If you aren’t on mailing list, DM me your email and I’ll add you today!

Do I know anyone who works with or has a connection to The Sundance Institute or their Collab community? #scriptsky #filmsky

The magic phrase every screenwriter needs: 'I'll take a look at that.' Not 'yes' or 'no' — just breathing room. When an exec gives you a note that makes your stomach drop, this buys you time to find a solution you both love instead of a reaction you'll both regret. #scriptsky

Related but separate…what if someone sings only the title of a song, like “Bye Bye Bye”? Since it’s the title, would that fall under fair use? #ScriptSky

Five romance movies to get to know me: - Pride and Prejudice - Greencard - While You Were Sleeping - The Princess Bride - The Holiday And if bromance counts…Master and Commander, lol

For my fictional podcast, the TV series Frontier House that I loved as a kid.

Love this thread on hooks in writing!

Applying to TV writing programs like NBC or Paramount? The writing samples you submit can make or break your application. After reviewing thousands of submissions, here's what truly makes samples stand out (and what makes us reject them immediately). 🧵⤵️

10 years ago, I tried to write an hour-long drama. My manager sent me a memo on how to write drama that David Mamet wrote to his writing staff. The memo wasn’t quite enough to save my lousy script, but it did teach me some helpful QUESTIONS TO ANSWER IN EVERY SCENE. 🧵1/x #Scriptsky #Screenwriting

I’m thrilled to be working with Sam to bring a teaser of my script to life!! If you know of any great, female-identifying voice actors, please pass this along. #PodSky #ScriptSky

When I worked on The Office, Greg Daniels had a list of questions he asked of every story. Some were show-specific (eg “Are we saying something truthful if exaggerated about office life?”), but many are applicable to any script. Here’s a little thread on them… 🧵1/X #Scriptsky #Screenwriting

This is truly disappointing. While every contest has its drawbacks, Nicholl really moved the needle and inspired a wide range of writers—not just college students and people who can drop $200 for a crapshoot. Please reconsider, @theacademyusa.bsky.social

I've watched promising writers tank their careers in a single meeting. The cause? Getting defensive during notes sessions. Here's the industry truth about handling criticism. 🧵⤵️

If you support diverse stories, here’s a chance to put your money where your mouth is! I’ve spoken with the filmmakers behind this for one of my WIP’s, and they’re the real deal. #ScriptSky #BlackHistory

This looks amazing! If I were available all of these dates, I’d definitely apply. #ScriptSky

My favorite genres are: 1. Historical women shattering conventions. 2. Swords. Way too many swords. 3. A good person changing a jerk for the better. 4. A jerk becoming a hero in spite of themselves. 5. Amateur theater gone horribly wrong.

hello fellow followers of #scriptsky - want to know how i write action scenes and what it takes to make them pop? here’s my handy guide/tutorial/essay! okbjgm.weebly.com/uploads/3/1/...

This is a goldmine of advice! #ScriptSky

Just noticed that, among other things now gone, @coverfly.bsky.social is no longer using the claim placement feature. #ScriptSky

Tagging #ScriptSky because this is a helpful story!

No writer is a failure until they are dead. Full stop. A career in writing is built over decades. It's built like a house, brick by brick, book by book. Not published yet? Emphasis on YET. Book not selling? It's not selling YET. You're only done when you quit. And I don't think you're ready to quit

Write fearlessly. Write like your parents, your boss, your third grade teacher will never, ever read it. Write from the darkest, most private corners of your mind. Put yourself out there. The real you. The fearless you. That's where you keep the best and most real art. The art that can change us.