Ep 222 - Elevating Your Screenplay: Key Strategies from 'Rewrite' by Paul Chitlik
Jan 24, 2024 ·
20m 2s
Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun (https://www.instagram.com/screenwriterpod/) Guest: Paul Chitlik, Author of "Rewrite"Introduction: - Join our community at https://thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com/ for access to seminars, workshops, Oscar-nominated screenplays, and writing assignments. - Free resources...
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Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun (instagram: @screenwriterpod)
Guest: Paul Chitlik, Author of "Rewrite"Introduction:
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Guest: Paul Chitlik, Author of "Rewrite"Introduction:
- Join our community at thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com for access to seminars, workshops, Oscar-nominated screenplays, and writing assignments.
- Free resources to launch your screenwriting career.
- Breaking into Screenwriting:
- Paul Chitlik advises starting with short YouTube videos to gain notice.
- Importance of understanding the flow of digital platforms and building an audience.
- Innovative Funding and Talent Sourcing:
- A case study of a filmmaker who funded a film through TikTok and hired talent from the same platform.
- The Evolution of Technology in Screenwriting:
- Discussion on adapting to rapid technological changes.
- Geoffrey shares personal experiences with hearing aid technology, hinting at future advancements.
- What’s New in the Second Edition of "Rewrite":
- Focus on crafting shorter, faster stories without altering the essence of storytelling.
- Emphasis on the timeless nature of storytelling, drawing examples from ancient authors.
- Structuring Short-Form Content:
- Paul explains the adaptability of the seven-point structure to different mediums, including YouTube and TikTok.
- Diversity in Screenwriting Methods:
- Encouragement to find personal approaches to storytelling.
- Discussion on various screenwriting methodologies and the importance of interesting stories over rigid formats.
- The Essence of Successful Films:
- Importance of central emotional relationships in movies.
- Different layers of storytelling: plot, personal development, and emotional relationships.
- Advice for Aspiring Screenwriters:
- Paul stresses there's no single correct way to write a film.
- Importance of interesting characters and storytelling over specific methods.
- Rewriting Tips:
- Suggests distancing oneself from the script to gain a fresh perspective.
- Objective reading from the standpoint of an industry professional.
- Encouragement to subscribe and share the podcast.
- Invitation to join the community at thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com for more discussions.
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