Dive into a comprehensive video lecture featuring Corey Mandell's top 17 screenwriting lessons. Explore crucial topics such as identifying the right scripts to write, understanding story design versus execution, recognizing different writer types, and overcoming weaknesses. Learn about flow days, dealing with writer's block, creating compelling conflict, and developing the right mindset for success. Gain insights on when a script is ready to sell, understanding script cycles, managing a writer's lifestyle, and avoiding common regrets. Discover the illusions in the industry, establish an effective writer's schedule, and glean wisdom from Mandell's experiences dating back to 1992. Perfect for aspiring and established screenwriters looking to enhance their craft and navigate the film industry.
Overview
Syllabus
1 - Writing The Wrong Scripts
2 - Story Design Or Execution?
3 - Two Types Of Writers
4 - Weakness
5 - Flow Days
6 - This Feels Like Math
7 - Not Going To Write Anymore
8 - Compelling Conflict
9 - Mindset
10 - Mindset Part II
11 - When A Script Is Ready To Sell
12 - Six Script Cycles
13 - Lifestyle
14 - Biggest Regret
15 - The Illusion
16 - Writer’s Schedule
17 - 1992
Taught by
Film Courage
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