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430. Fact and Fantasy in Movies Dec 04, 2015

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Screenwriter and Author Jonathan Vankin discusses the liberties filmmakers take when they adapt non fiction subject matter for the big screen.

429. Writing Docs Like Scripts Nov 27, 2015

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Filmmaker Viko Nikci talks about his award-winning documentary “Coming Home,” which he edited as though he was writing a screenplay.

428. Making Movies In South Africa Nov 20, 2015

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Pilar sits down to discuss the craft of screenwriting with the executives at Triggerfish Animation and some of South Africa's most promising writers.

427. Rewrite Contest Part 2 Nov 13, 2015

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With the help of her handsome sidekicks Pat and Mike, Pilar evaluates "Before & After" rewrite submissions sent in by her faithful listeners.

426. Rewrite Contest Part 1 Nov 06, 2015

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With the help of her handsome sidekicks Pat and Mike, Pilar evaluates "Before & After" rewrite submissions sent in by her faithful listeners.

425. Collaboration Oct 30, 2015

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Pilar is joined by writers Valerie Ahern, Mike Montesano and Eric Schaar to discuss their process for writing family oriented sitcoms.

424. Thinking Out of the Boxe Oct 23, 2015

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Writer Shawn Boxe is on the brink! Here he talks about breaking story and taking meetings.

423. John Vorhaus Knows Everything Oct 17, 2015

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Need tools for comedy, sitcom writing or life itself? Author and TV Writer, John Vorhaus has something to teach you.

422. 10 Ways To Make L.A. Work For You Oct 09, 2015

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Writer Alexandra Denye came for a visit and never stopped moving. Here are 10 things she did to make progress on her writing and further her career.

421. Character Epiphanies Oct 02, 2015

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Great on-screen stories often revolve around major character epiphanies. Author Elise Ballard and Pilar discuss.