So, you want to be a screenwriter? You dream of seeing your stories come to life on the big screen, but where do you even begin? We’ve got answers for you. Writing a screenplay can feel overwhelming ...

Kathleen DeMarco knows what it takes to be heard and seen in the movie industry. The University of Pennsylvania professor and producer spoke on "the business - and art - of screenwriting" to a packed ...

Diablo Cody, you may remember, was the screenwriter who won an Academy Award for 2007’s “Juno”; she went on to write “Jennifer’s Body,” “Young Adult” (a very good, dark comedy that unfortunately ...

Screenwriters from “A Quiet Place,” “BlacKkKlansman” and more offer some words of wisdom to those looking to break into the industry. Watch Variety’s 10 Screenwriters to Watch Panel (Full… ...

Los Angeles is home to a multitude of specialized bookstores, from those oriented toward horror and mystery to others with more practical focuses, like cookbooks. Follow columnist Clea Wurster as she ...

It's a new year, which means now is the best time to reflect on the past and remember the work and accomplishments that got us to this point. In other words, it's awards season. The glitz and glam of ...

The pool of advice of dos and don'ts for screenwriters is endless. Believe me, I've seen a lot of this advice on the internet and in books. Filmmaking 101: 5 things to know before venturing into ...

The writer also talks about a "West Wing" revival and his upcoming projects. “One of the biggest mistakes rookie screenwriters make is not having a strong intention or obstacle. The drive shaft of a ...

stabilize high quality cameras gets easier, the possibilities for indie filmmakers who want to get crane shots or helicopter shots are expanding. Take a look at these eight films that show off what ...

Variety recently sat down with some of our 2016 Writers to Watch, including the scribes behind “Moana” and “Sully,” at the Whistler Film Festival where they gave us a few tips on how to become… ...