Posts by Alex Ferrari
BPS 138: From Sleeper Hit To Blockbuster Career w/ Chris Sparling
Please Note: Once you press play it will take a few seconds for the episode to start playing. From Sundance Sleeper Hit To Blockbuster Career with Chris Sparling It’s always way fun to have a guest who is also a fan of the show. This week’s guest is definitely a member of the tribe. We…
Read MoreBPS 137: The Art & Craft of the Romantic Comedy
The Art & Craft of the Romantic Comedy with Charles Shyer We have on today, one of the best rom-com and comedy writers and filmmakers of all time a master at visual storytelling. I’ve been a fan of many of his films growing up, specifically, Father of The Bride. Now that I have two daughters…
Read MoreBPS 136: Horror Screenwriting (The Nature of Fear)
Horror Screenwriting – The Nature of Fear with Devin Watson I was glad to take a deep dive into the deep end of horror screenwriting with writer and producer, Devin Watson, notably known for writing and producing The Cursed (2010) which was the first draft he wrote in only two days. He’s also written several…
Read MoreChristopher McQuarrie: Screenplays Download
Christopher McQuarrie Film Collection: Screenplays Download Below are all the screenplays written by acclaimed producer, director, and Academy Award® winning writer Christopher McQuarrie that are available online. If you find any of his missing screenplays please leave the link in the comment section. Here is a video where Christopher McQuarrie talks about Mission Impossible Fallout.…
Read MoreBPS 135: The Way of Story with Catherine Ann Jones
The Way of Story with Catherine Ann Jones We have award-winning author, playwright, actor, teacher, and writing consultant, Catherine Ann Jones on the show today. She’s authored a number of consciousness-raising books, plays, film, and television scripts, including, The Christmas Wife (film), Unlikely Angel with Dolly Parton, The Way of Story: the craft & soul…
Read MoreBPS 134: Psychology for Screenwriters with William Indick
Psychology for Screenwriters with William Indick I’m taking a journey down the rabbit hole of screenwriting psychoanalysis with Professor William Indick, who is a psychology professor at William Paterson University in New Jersey, professor of psychology executive chair of faculty at Dowling College, and author of Psychology for Screenwriters. We take a nerdy dig into the…
Read MoreBPS 133: The RAW and Scandalous Truth Behind the Writing of Boondock Saints with Troy Duffy
The RAW and Scandalous Truth Behind the Writing of Boondock Saints with Troy Duffy I’m sure many of you are familiar with the cult indie film classic The Boondock Saints. But many of you might not know the crazy story of its writer and director Troy Duffy. Well, prepare to get your mind BLOWN. I had…
Read MoreBPS 132: The Screenwriter’s Workout with Will Hicks
The Screenwriter’s Workout with Will Hicks I had a fun chat with our guest today. We hit it off pre-interviewing, geeking out about James Cameron and his latest masterclass, and so much more. On the show this today is Will Hicks who is head of Screenwriting and production at Colorado Film School and an associate professor…
Read MoreBPS 131: Directing Last Starfighter & Writing Escape from New York with Nick Castle
Directing Last Starfighter & Writing Escape from New York with Nick Castle OWe have today, 80s horror icon Michael Myers, also known as, Nick Castle. Director, writer, and actor – notable for directing The Last Starfighter (1984), Major Payne (1995), and Escape from New York (1981) among others. Nick’s fictional character, Micheal Myers, in the…
Read MoreBPS 130: How to Avoid Career Pitfalls for Screenwriters with Felicity Wren
How to Avoid Career Pitfalls for Screenwriters with Felicity Wren I wanted to take a deep dive into the marketing side of screenwriting today because it is in fact, a necessity in the industry today. Unfortunately, not many writers bother themselves as much about marketing their work. While I have some course resources on the…
Read MoreBPS 129: Inside Creating Top Gun & Writing in Hollywood with Jack Epps Jr.
Inside Creating Top Gun & Writing in Hollywood with Jack Epps Jr. It is an absolute thrill to have Jack Epps Jr. on the show today. The award-winning writer, USC Cinematic Arts professor and filmmaker is a member of the Writer’s Guild of America and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. He’s best…
Read MoreBPS 128: Blood, Bullets, Screenwriting, and Octane with Joe Carnahan
Blood, Bullets, Screenwriting, and Octane with Joe Carnahan It’s been a hell of a year so far. I’ve been blessed to have had the honor of speaking to some amazing screenwriters and man today’s guest is high on that list. On the show, we have writer/director Joe Carnahan. Joe directed his first-feature-length film Blood, Guts,…
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