Film Courage Courses

Top 15 Screenwriting Lessons - From First Draft to Pitching

Discover essential screenwriting insights from Larry Wilson, covering topics from selling your first screenplay to mastering pitching techniques and understanding different writing approaches.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Top 23 Screenwriting Lessons for Aspiring Writers

Discover essential screenwriting techniques from Eric Edson, covering character development, story structure, and industry insights to elevate your writing and increase your chances of success in the film industry.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Top 17 Screenwriting Lessons from Corey Mandell

Discover 17 essential screenwriting lessons from Corey Mandell, covering story design, writer types, mindset, script readiness, and lifestyle tips to enhance your writing journey and boost your chances of success.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Top 19 Screenwriting Lessons for Emotional Impact

Discover essential screenwriting techniques from Karl Iglesias, covering emotional impact, story structure, character development, and industry insights to elevate your writing and engage audiences.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Video

What Is High Concept? Understanding Big Movie Ideas - Film Courage

Explore the concept of high-concept films through expert insights, covering its definition, comparison with low-concept ideas, execution challenges, and the importance of story world building.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Essentials to Developing a Story World - Storytelling in the 21st Century

Explore essential techniques for developing immersive story worlds in the 21st century. Learn how to create compelling narratives that engage audiences across multiple platforms and media formats.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

14 Lessons from Making a Feature Film in Two Days

Discover 14 invaluable lessons for rapid feature film production, covering casting, location scouting, crew management, and post-production efficiency from an experienced filmmaker.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Top 25 Screenwriting Lessons from John Truby

Discover 25 essential screenwriting lessons from expert John Truby, covering character creation, story structure, industry insights, and practical writing tips for both film and TV.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

18 Lessons for Making a Low-Budget Feature Film

Indie filmmakers share 18 practical tips for creating a feature film on a tight budget, covering aspects from pre-production to post-production and team management.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

10 Screenwriting Lessons to Improve Your Craft

Discover essential screenwriting techniques to enhance your storytelling skills, from building empathy and creating suspense to crafting subtext and defining characters through action.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Don't Get It Right, Get It Written - Overcoming Writer's Block and Finishing Your Screenplay

Comprehensive guide to overcoming writing challenges, focusing on motivation, originality, discipline, time management, and perseverance. Offers practical strategies for aspiring screenwriters to complete their projects.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Screenwriting Structure Analysis - A Few Good Men

Comprehensive analysis of screenwriting structure using "A Few Good Men" as a case study. Explores character arcs, plot points, and storytelling techniques for aspiring screenwriters.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

42 Ways to Avoid Writing a Boring Screenplay

Discover 42 strategies to craft engaging screenplays, from character development to conflict creation. Learn to hook readers, generate original ideas, and create compelling stories that resonate with audiences.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Distribute an Independent Movie - Filmmakers Share Their Experiences

Filmmakers share strategies and experiences for distributing independent movies, offering insights into various distribution methods, challenges, and opportunities in the evolving landscape of indie film distribution.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

11 Ways to Avoid Failure as a Screenwriter

Discover essential strategies to overcome common pitfalls in screenwriting, from choosing the right script to persevering through challenges and continuously improving your craft.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video