by Trevor Mayes | Jan 13, 2011 | Quick Screenwriting Tips |
Quick Screenwriting Tip: If your script is fantastical in nature, look for opportunities for a supporting character to react with dismay — especially if your main characters have become accustomed to the world. Used at the right time, this may: make a moment...
by Trevor Mayes | Jan 11, 2011 | Feedback |
When I trade scripts with a my pro screenwriting buddies, we tend to give each other very high level notes. Just the key elements that worked and didn’t work, with specific suggestions for improvement. Sometimes, that’s all you need right? No logline, no...
by Trevor Mayes | Jan 10, 2011 | Formatting, Style |
What the heck is Pre-lap? I had a good discussion with some of my screenwriting friends last week about using “PRE-LAP” in a script. Since many hadn’t heard the term before, I thought I’d cover it on my blog for those who may be unfamiliar with...
by Trevor Mayes | Jan 7, 2011 | Quick Screenwriting Tips, Scenes |
Quick Screenwriting Tip: If you think there might be something wrong with your scene, then there almost certainly is. Don’t be lazy. Trust your instincts. Figure out what’s not working and fix it. Never say to yourself, “It’s just one...
by Trevor Mayes | Jan 5, 2011 | Movie Reviews |
First things first… If you haven’t seen TRON: LEGACY, and you like that whole surprisey thing, there are MASSIVE SPOILERS BELOW. — The long awaited sequel to the highly regarded Disney film got a lot of things right (e.g. Olivia Wilde + skin tight...
