Author: Osaji Obi

If you’re like most screenwriters, you want to know how to write scripts faster. But sometimes it’s hard to know where to start. In this post, we’ll share some tips that can help you speed up your writing process. Keep in mind that everyone works differently, so find what works best for you and stick…

Screenwriters know that drama is essential to keep audiences engaged. But what exactly constitutes dramatic action, and how can scripts be crafted to achieve it? In this article, we will explore the key ingredients of effective dramatization, and offer tips on how to bring your scenes to life. So whether you’re starting from scratch or…

Science fiction is a genre that is begging for military stories. It’s fertile territory for exploring the human condition under pressure, and there are so many potential storylines to be explored in regards to war. But writing about military conflict can be tricky, because it’s easy to veer into clichés or fall into traps with…

When a screenwriter completes a screenplay, one of the goals is to sell the script and get it made into a movie. There are many ways to accomplish this, but one option is to sign a screenplay option agreement with a producer. This post will describe what a screenplay option agreement is and how it…

How many scenes should be in a movie script? This is a question that comes up often for screenwriters, and there is no definitive answer. Some filmmakers believe that scripts with fewer scenes can be more effective, because each scene has to carry more weight. But others argue that a longer script allows for greater…

Side characters are essential in any good movie. They help to provide comic relief, advance the plot, and round out the world of the story. Without them, movies would be flat and one-dimensional. Side characters can serve a variety of purposes, but they all contribute to making a movie more enjoyable. Comic relief is one…

Do you know what is a character study? If you’ve ever watched a movie that seemed more focused on the inner life of its central character than following traditional plot-lines, then this is for you. There are plenty movies with great characters but how many would have identical Plots if their main protagonist was removed?…

Knowing the difference between a thriller vs horror movie is important for people who want to know what they are getting into before they watch a movie. If you are looking for a suspenseful movie that will make your heart race, then a thriller is likely what you are looking for. On the other hand,…

If you choose to go a more traditional route for your screenwriting career, the blcklst is something you should become very familiar with. By ‘blcklst’ I’m referring to The Blcklst. In this post, I’ll explain what the blcklst is, how to use it, its benefits and if it’s helpful for screenwriters. What is The Blcklst?…