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PALM ROYALE's Abe Sylvia shares his process on writing for an ensemble cast
Showrunner Sessions is our ongoing event series where we go one-on-one with a showrunner (or showrunning team) to find out, “What exactly does a showrunner do?” Find out what they look for in a writing staff, the lessons they’ve learned on the job, and their approaches to running the writers’ room.
For this session, we learn from the Creator, Executive Producer and Showrunner of Apple TV+'s Palm Royale. Hear how he creates multi-dimensional characters, how he writes toward the rhythms and voices of each actor’s performance, and how he navigates notes while staying confident in his ideas.
Moderated by Jenelle Riley (Deputy Awards and Features Editor, Variety).
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Brit Marling & Zal Batmanglij discuss collaborating as showrunners
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Showrunner Sessions is our ongoing event series where we go one-on-one with a showrunner (or showrunning team) to find out, “What exactly does a showrunner do?” Find out what they look for in a writing staff, the lessons they’ve learned on the job, and their approaches to running the writers’ room. For this session, we learn from co-creators and co-showrunners of FX's hit miniseries A MURDER AT...
Writer/director George Stevens Jr. reflects on miniseries SEPARATE BUT EQUAL (1991)
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May 17th marked the 70th anniversary of the landmark civil rights decision Brown v. Board of Education. To celebrate the anniversary, we hosted Separate But Equal writer/director George Stevens Jr. to discuss the challenges he faced making a series focused on social justice, the remarkable cast including Sidney Poitier, and the continued relevance of the subject matter with Trey Mangum, Managin...
Challenging Anti-Immigrant Narratives in Film and TV
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The Writers Guild Foundation, in collaboration with Storyline Partners and Define American, host this virtual panel discussion analyzing the history and current state of portraying authentic immigrant stories in entertainment. Tune in to hear guidance on how to approach future narratives thoughtfully to avoid harmful stereotypes and tropes. Panelists include: Bernardo Cubría - Like It Used to B...
Writers on Writing with Veena Sud (The Killing, Seven Seconds, The Stranger)
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Writers on Writing takes a look at a film and TV writer’s whole career and writing process, from their early introductions to screenwriting to their proudest career accomplishments-plus all the lessons learned in between. For this virtual session, we welcome TV creator, writer, executive producer and director Veena Sud. Veena recently recut her Quibi series The Stranger into a full-length featu...
Beyond Words 2024 - Writers Guild Awards Screenplay Nominees AUDIO
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The Writers Guild Foundation, in partnership with the Writers Guild of America West, Final Draft/Coverfly, Variety, and sponsored by Late Night with Seth Meyers, Saturday Night Live and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, present BEYOND WORDS 2024, our annual event highlighting this year’s Writers Guild Awards screenplay nominees. Listen in on two back-to-back panels featuring nominees for ...
ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING's John Hoffman shares his journey to the showrunner's chair
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Showrunner Sessions is our ongoing event series where we go one-on-one with a showrunner (or showrunning team) to find out, “What exactly does a showrunner do?” Find out what they look for in a writing staff, the lessons they’ve learned on the job, and their approaches to running the writers’ room. For this session, we learn from John Hoffman, the co-creator and showrunner of Hulu Original come...
WGF Librarians dissect A SMALL LIGHT's pilot with writers Tony Phelan and Joan Rater
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What better way to understand the mechanics of film and TV writing than to sit down with a writer and break down a script with them? In this virtual event series, the WGF Library team gathers acclaimed writers for the ultimate script dissection. Hosted by WGF Librarians Javier Barrios and Lauren O'Connor, we'll take a painstaking look at scripts on screen to analyze and learn about description,...
Disney+ Q&A with LOKI Executive Producer and Writer Eric Martin
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LOKI Executive Producer and Writer Eric Martin and Fandango Managing Editor Erik Davis discuss crafting every Season 2 episode of the Disney /Marvel series. Learn Martin’s approach to Loki’s emotional journey, the complexity of “time-slipping,” and introducing memorable new characters. #screenwriting #lokiseason2 #writers
THE HOLDOVERS writer David Hemingson analyzes his original screenplay
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In this virtual event series, the WGF Library team gathers acclaimed writers for the ultimate script dissection. Hosted by WGF Librarians Javier Barrios and Lauren O'Connor, we'll take a painstaking look at scripts on screen to analyze and learn about description, dialogue, character voice, text on screen, plus much more. For this session, we welcomed David Hemingson, the writer of The Holdover...
Screenwriting in the worlds of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)
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The Writers Guild Foundation teamed up with Stephens College MFA in TV and Screenwriting for a virtual conversation about writing in the worlds of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics). We’ll explore how writers research the science behind their shows, the inspiration for particular characters, their individual journeys to the writers’ room, plus more. Panelists: Onitra Johnson -...
Veterans Writing Project Info Session 2024-2025
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Interested in applying to the 2024 session of the Veterans Writing Project? WGF Programs Director Kira VandenBrande, librarian Lauren O'Connor and VWP alumni Sarah Hopkins, Yousif Nash, and Harsha Rao give an overview of the program and offer tips on how to nail the application. To learn more about the program, visit bit.ly/about-VWP.
How to craft a horror film from screenwriters that scare
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Since it’s spooky season, we thought it would be fitting to kick start our events programming with a virtual panel on writing horror films. This hourlong discussion focuses on how our panel of screenwriters honed their writing process, their horror inspirations, what they consider elements of an excellent scary story, as well as general advice for writers interested in the genre. Panelists: Ake...
Showrunner Glen Mazzara (THE ROOKIE) on what stands out in a spec script
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Writer/showrunner Glen Mazzara (THE ROOKIE, THE DARK TOWER) joins the Writers Guild Foundation to share why writing and stories matter to him. Filmed in the Shavelson-Webb Library, Mazzara shares challenges with being a screenwriter, advice for new writers and the importance of including fun in a spec script. Made by: Charles Day www.ripplingriverfilms.com/ Music by: Benedict Mortimer sound.ben...
Writer/Showrunner Teresa Hsiao (JOY RIDE) on the collaborative effort of writing comedy
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Writer/Showrunner Teresa Hsiao (JOY RIDE) on the collaborative effort of writing comedy
Showrunner Matthew Weiner (MAD MEN) motivates writers to finish what they've started
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Showrunner Matthew Weiner (MAD MEN) motivates writers to finish what they've started
TV Writer Kristina Woo (PLAYERS, A MILLION LITTLE THINGS) on why diverse stories matter
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TV Writer Kristina Woo (PLAYERS, A MILLION LITTLE THINGS) on why diverse stories matter
Showrunner Ali LeRoi's (EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS) advice for writers at any stage
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Showrunner Ali LeRoi's (EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS) advice for writers at any stage
TV Writer CK (Claire) Kiechel (WATCHMEN) gives tips on how to kick start a writing session
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TV Writer CK (Claire) Kiechel (WATCHMEN) gives tips on how to kick start a writing session
TV Writer/Playwright Christina Ham (WESTWORLD) shares how she works through writer's block
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TV Writer/Playwright Christina Ham (WESTWORLD) shares how she works through writer's block
Screenwriter Eric Heisserer (SHADOW AND BONE) on what inspires him to write
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Screenwriter Eric Heisserer (SHADOW AND BONE) on what inspires him to write
YOU's Sera Gamble gives tips on pitching, building and running a TV writers' room
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YOU's Sera Gamble gives tips on pitching, building and running a TV writers' room
Learn the Fundamentals of Writing for Kids and Family TV
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Learn the Fundamentals of Writing for Kids and Family TV
Writers’ Access Support Staff Training Program Info Session 2023
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Writers’ Access Support Staff Training Program Info Session 2023
Beyond Words 2023 - Writers Guild Awards Screenplay Nominees Panels AUDIO
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Beyond Words 2023 - Writers Guild Awards Screenplay Nominees Panels AUDIO
The Daniels dissect their Oscar-winning screenplay
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The Daniels dissect their Oscar-winning screenplay
How to craft a rom-com, from meet cute to happily ever after
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How to craft a rom-com, from meet cute to happily ever after
WGF's Year-End Fundraising Video 2022
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WGF's Year-End Fundraising Video 2022
WGFestival2022: An Evening with Netflix Creators
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WGFestival2022: An Evening with Netflix Creators
Amazon Studios' Q&A with THIRTEEN LIVES screenwriter William Nicholson and screenwriter John August
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Amazon Studios' Q&A with THIRTEEN LIVES screenwriter William Nicholson and screenwriter John August