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What Is the Worst Screenwriting Advice? (And What to Do Instead)
What Is the Worst Screenwriting Advice? (And What to Do Instead) written by Ken Miyamoto Every screenwriter has encountered a flood of writing advice, from online tutorials and social media threads to books and podcasts, all promising the keys to success. The...
read moreThe Hollywood Rules
The Hollywood Rules written by Christopher Wehner Everyone thinks they can come up with a better movie idea than what they see on the Big Screen. From your hairdresser to the guy in that hole in the ground at the Lube center changing your car's oil, they all have...
read moreWhat 2025 Oscar Wins Mean for Trends in Screenwriting
What 2025 Oscar Wins Mean for Trends in Screenwriting written by Ella Henke If you missed the Oscars, don’t worry – rumour has it Adrien Brody’s still on stage accepting his award for Best Actor. (We tease – congratulations to Adrien on a fantastic performance!) Aside...
read moreLessons for Screenwriters from CinemaCon 2025
Since 2011, CinemaCon has transformed Las Vegas into the movie industry’s ultimate insider gathering each year, drawing studios, stars, and distributors for a glimpse at Hollywood’s coming attractions. The event is the official convention of the Cinema United,...
read moreScreenwriters are wrestling with AI’s role in Hollywood — and what it means for the future of storytelling
Screenwriters are wrestling with AI's role in Hollywood — and what it means for the future of storytelling By Aaron Mok AI is entering Hollywood writers' rooms, raising legal and creative concerns. Some filmmakers are using AI to simplify production, brainstorm...
read moreSave the Baby! On the Benefits of the Three-Act Screenplay Structure
Save the Baby! On the Benefits of the Three-Act Screenplay Structure Posted by Jennine Lanouette Poor old three-act structure. It gets hammered away at, like an old punching bag, every time someone wants to challenge the primacy of the formulaic Hollywood...
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PSA has some of the happiest attendees in the Valley. Could it be because we bring out top notch talent from Hollywood or could it be because we offer so many events for our members? Whatever the reason, PSA is the organization you want to be a part of.