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The Antagonists of OLDBOY: An Analysis

Park Chan-wook's Oldboy (2003) is an unusual representation of how opaque a film can get while maintaining a loyal following. It's not...

Oct 42 min

Introducing our Top Judges: Kenneth Kokin, Molly Conners & Kristina Rivera

We are thrilled to introduce the top three judges for The Golden Script Competition's 2025 edition: Kenneth Kokin, Molly Conners, and...

Sep 284 min

How to Structure a Screenplay: 5 Key Elements to Include

Structure is a pivotal part of any screenwriting endeavor, guiding the writer to the finish line with some help. No matter your genre,...

Sep 214 min

Writing for TV: Firefly Pilot

In television writing, the pilot episode often serves as a blueprint that sets the stage for the narrative arcs and character development...

Sep 145 min

The Art of Screenwriting: Melissa Rosenberg

Entering the field of writing may seem intimidating for new writers, as producing a well-structured piece calls for talent and...

Sep 64 min

7 Screenwriting Exercises to Sharpen Your Writing Skills

Screenwriting is a daunting task only some writers are cut out for, while plenty aspire to dive into it at some point in their writing...

Aug 284 min

Beyond Dialogue: The Power of Silence in Screenwriting

There's a great deal of silence in screenwriting, and knowing how to use it effectively can significantly enhance your script. Rather...

Aug 214 min

The Antagonists of THE LION KING: An Analysis

Writing an effective antagonist can be challenging, especially since most people don’t see themselves as villains. Your antagonist needs...

Aug 104 min

Writing For TV: House Pilot

Not everything comes naturally to every writer. Even with a compelling script, attracting interest, securing an adequate budget, finding...

Jul 311 min

The GOLDEN LIST of 2024 ANNOUNCED!

We are absolutely thrilled to announce the GOLDEN LIST of 2024! Congratulations to everyone who made it onto the list! This compilation...

Jul 251 min

2024 WINNERS ANNOUNCED!

After over a year of eager anticipation, the moment we've all been waiting for has finally arrived! We are thrilled to finally announce...

Jul 201 min

2024 FINALISTS ANNOUNCED!

Good news! We are thrilled to announce that we are now down to the last 19 SHORTS, 27 TV PILOTS, and 48 FEATURES. We would like to extend...