by Trevor Mayes | Mar 29, 2012 | Screenwriting Basics, Writing |
I’ve decided to do a few posts geared towards newer screenwriters. So if you’ve been screenwriting for a while, feel free to ignore the posts, review them as refreshers, or read them so you can cackle maniacally at how far you’ve come. Great...
by Trevor Mayes | Feb 28, 2012 | Movie Reviews, True Blood |
A couple of years ago, I wrote an open letter to the TV and movie vampires of the world. That’s definitely worth a quick read, but if you’re pressed for time, it can be summarized by a simple question: If blood is so tasty, then why do you leave so much of...
by Trevor Mayes | Feb 4, 2012 | Book Reviews, Television |
Writing For Television They say film is a director’s medium, and television is a writer’s medium. With quick turnaround times for episodes, high paying salaries, and creative control, I’d say that’s definitely true. And with more channels than...
by Trevor Mayes | Jan 31, 2012 | Writing |
I must confess, my only real exposure to author Henry Miller is the provocative film, Henry and June. Based on that movie, I’m surprised he found time to write (Lucky bastard!). But nonetheless he seemed to have an effective approach. Here’s a graphic,...
by Trevor Mayes | Jan 27, 2012 | Movie Reviews, Trailers |
Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy – NOT a Thriller Anyone else a feel little disappointed by this movie? I’ve decided that you can’t call your movie a Thriller if A) no one runs in it, and B) the protagonist is never shown to be in any real danger. An...
