These programs accept writers who are inexperienced and give them a chance to work in the development stage of a series or film. While this list does not include every fellowship/mentorship program available for screenwriters right now, it includes those whose application windows are currently open or will open within this year.

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Sometimes in order to know where your screenplay is headed, you have to know where film has been. So, we’re going to take a look at each decade’s most prominent and iconic screenplays and break them down for you. We start in the 1950s with Sunset Boulevard and Singin’ in the Rain.

While aspiring screenwriters are encouraged to study the best of the best, it’s important to acknowledge the value of studying screenplays of all levels. By reading both great screenplays and ones with unfulfilled potential, you will be able to see what works compared to what doesn’t.

Whether you’re writing a feature-length film or a TV show pilot, the screenwriting process can be daunting. Every writer at some point in time has struggled with the writing process. To avoid getting overwhelmed, here are a few things to keep in mind: