I was so excited to tackle my film/screenplay/book project this year. Then covid-19 happened. Computer failures, lockdown stress, trying to find a new balance of day job+writing life+family life…more than once, I’ve said to myself, “Forget it. I’m going to hide under the bed for a while.” Maybe you’ve felt the same way. Concentration’s been […]
100 Movies in 2020: #17, The Shape of Water Like a painting, The Shape of Water is visually arresting. It’s also difficult to articulate what makes the film to compelling. Those are the facts about this magical, elusive, unforgettable film that I can wrap my hands around. Release: 2017 Starring: Sally Hawkins, Michael Shannon, Octavia […]
I’m on a mission to become a better storyteller in 2020 by studying 100 movies, 50 screenplays, and 25 women’s fiction books in 2020. I write a brief review that identifies a key writing tip or technique fiction writers and screenwriters can use in their own projects. I’ll update this post semi-monthly so you can […]
