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Writing about Writing
Posts about general writing advice, industry observations, and more!


TOY STORY 5: How to Tell a Story, Not Show It
TOY STORY 5 spends nearly all of its runtime explaining why imagination matters... But its biggest audience reaction comes from the one scene that simply shows it.

Mic
Jul 156 min read


Reader Comments Review: OBSESSION (aka “Bitches Be Crazy” The Movie)
OBSESSION explores toxic male desire and control over women while simultaneously relying on the “bitches be crazy” stereotype to make its horror and humor work. This dissonance could’ve been fixed with ONE word…

Mic
May 243 min read


What is Independent Film (Technically)?
Indie films aren’t defined by low budgets, obscure stories, or even new talent.
Not all independent films are made by first-time filmmakers for under $1m -- in fact, most are by established creators with budgets of $50m+.
So what actually makes a film independent?
Read on to find out!

Mic
Jan 45 min read
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