The Successful Screenwriter with Geoffrey D Calhoun: Screenwriting Podcast

Logline: Moiraine and her charges are diverted from their path by an unexpected encounter. This diversion, though, reveals many things - Moiraine's true goal, Lan's past, the fractures that have grown in the group, and the identity of the Dragon Reborn. Geoffrey and Kristy Leigh Lussier (Story Consultant/Producer) break down and analyze this episode and discuss the big reveal. Geoffrey discusses h...

Geoffrey chats with Jacqueline Shaulis (The Excitable Introvert) about tools and strategies an introverted writer can use to find success. You can find more about Jacqueline here https://jacquelineshaulis.com/project/about-me/ You can find Yes Introverts Can here https://yicads.ju.mp/ The Guide For Every Screenwriter is available at: https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com/books Script Evaluatio...

Logline: Moiraine faces the consequences of her actions. Mat faces the darkness in himself. Egwene faces the most powerful woman in the world. Geoffrey and Kristy Leigh Lussier (Story Consultant/Producer) break down and analyze this tonal shift in the show and how it differs from the rest of the season. Geoffrey discusses how screenwriting structure influenced this episode. Brought to you by The S...

Geoffrey chats with Pete Turner about finding your own unique voice as a writer. You can listen to Pete's on The Break It Down Show at https://www.breakitdownshow.com/ The Guide For Every Screenwriter is available at: https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com/books Script Evaluation --> https://www.wefixyourscript.com/ Don't forget to visit our website for all your screenwriting needs at --> https...

Logline: Perrin and Egwene run into a familiar face. Mat and Rand see strange ones. Moiraine and Lan mourn their loss. Geoffrey and Kristy Leigh Lussier (Story Consultant/Producer) break down and analyze Episode 5 as the characters recover from their losses of episode 4. Geoffrey discusses how screenwriting structure is used throughout the season. Brought to you by The Script Summit Screenplay Con...

Geoffrey chats with Pamela Douglas about how a screenwriter can break into television. You can find Pamela's book, Writing the TV Drama Series at https://amzn.to/3sBBp9S The Guide For Every Screenwriter is available at: https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com/books Script Evaluation --> https://www.wefixyourscript.com/ Don't forget to visit our website for all your screenwriting needs at --> htt...

Geoffrey chats with Lisa Hepner on how she was able to break into the Christmas film genre and get multiple scripts optioned and produced. Christmas Lovers Anonymous is available as a Roku Exclusive. The Guide For Every Screenwriter is available at: https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com/books Script Evaluation --> https://www.wefixyourscript.com/ Don't forget to visit our website for all your...

Logline: Moiraine struggles with uncertainty while Lan struggles with their new companion. Rand wonders about Mat. Egwene and Perrin take their first steps down a different path. An incredible new power is unleashed on the world. Geoffrey and Kristy Leigh Lussier (Story Consultant/Producer) break down and analyze Episode 4 to discover if this episode hooks the audience into binging the rest of the...

Geoffrey chats with screenwriter/producer Ashley C. about her new workbook that walks you through the entire screenwriting process. (Personally, I believe this is an excellent companion piece to my own book, The Guide For Every Screenwriter.) You can find the book here --> https://www.kickassoutline.com/ Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/kickassstoryoutline/ The Guide For Every Screenwriter...

Logline: When a single mom and her two kids arrive in a small town, they begin to discover their connection to the original Ghostbusters and the secret legacy their grandfather left behind. Geoffrey and Reece Taylor (Screenwriter/Reporter/Blogger) break down and analyze this spiritual sequel to the Ghostbusters franchise! Brought to you by The Script Summit Screenplay Contest where winners can: -T...

Logline: Moiraine and Lan find help in an unexpected - and unwanted - quarter, as the separated villagers try to find their way back to each other, or at least to refuge. But they all soon learn how far the Dark One's reach extends. Geoffrey and Kristy Leigh Lussier (Story Consultant/Producer) break down and analyze Episode 3 to discover if this episode hooks the audience into binging the rest of...

Geoffrey chats with Alex Ferrari (Indie Film Hustle) about what it takes to survive this industry as a filmmaker and screenwriter. BulletProof Screenwriting --> https://bulletproofscreenwriting.tv/ Script Coverage --> https://bulletproofscreenwriting.tv/script-coverage-service/ Indie Film Hustle Academy --> https://www.ifhacademy.com/ Screenwriting Courses --> https://www.ifhacademy.com/bundle-fou...

Logline: Moiraine and Lan lead the four villagers to safety, unsure which is the one from the prophecy. But the friends are equally unsure about their rescuers, especially once they see how far Moiraine is willing to go for her mission – and how far astray Lan is willing to lead them. Geoffrey and Kristy Leigh Lussier (Story Consultant/Producer) break down and analyze Episode 2 which finds a defin...

Writer/Director Adam White discusses his new Rom/Com about a successful businesswoman who takes her boyfriend home for Thanksgiving only to find her family is scheming to reunite her with her lost love. Starring Summer Bellessa, Landen Adams, Alaina Beauloye, Barry Corbin, & Jon Heder. Funny Thing About Love releases in theaters and VOD on Dec 3rd https://funnythingaboutlove.com Adam White's Insta...

Logline: A strange noblewoman arrives in a remote mountain village, claiming one of five youths is the reincarnation of an ancient power who once destroyed the world – and will do so again if she’s not able to discover which of them it is. But they all have less time than they think. Geoffrey and Kristy Leigh Lussier (Story Consultant/Producer) break down and analyze this TV pilot for the much ant...

Geoffrey chats with Christopher Lockhart (story editor for WME) who has read over 60,000 screenplays. He gives his methodology on what works and what doesn't when it comes down to writing a killer logline. Visit Christopher's FB Group: The Inside Pitch --> https://www.facebook.com/groups/theinsidepitch The Guide For Every Screenwriter is available at: https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com/book...

Logline: Eddie Brock attempts to reignite his career by interviewing serial killer Cletus Kasady, who becomes the host of the symbiote Carnage and escapes prison after a failed execution. Geoffrey and Reece Taylor (Screenwriter/Reporter/Blogger) break down and analyze this sequel which takes the Eddie/Venom relationship to the next level and dial the action up to 11! Brought to you by The Script S...

Geoffrey chats with Gael Chandler (Family Matters, The New Leave it to Beaver) about her new book Editing for Directors and how that can take your storytelling and screenwriting to the next level. You can find Gael's book at: Editing For Directors --> https://amzn.to/3CaMBvf The Guide For Every Screenwriter is available at: https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com/books Support the show and get a...

Geoffrey chats with Filmmaker and creator Katie Chonacas as they discuss her comedy improv show Couples Therapy, now on Youtube. For more on Katie go to https://www.chonacas.com The Guide For Every Screenwriter is available at: https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com/books Support the show and get access to exclusive content! --> https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com/podcast

Geoffrey chats with Director Dan Attias (The Wire, True Blood, The Boys, Homeland) about the unique differences between directing a feature film and television. Dan also discusses the importance of working with the writers of a tv show as well as keen insights into his new book. To check out Dan's incredible new book: Directing Great Television go to https://amzn.to/3wfO7eh The Guide For Every Scr...

Geoffrey chats with the legend himself Christopher Vogler as they discuss his book The Writer's Journey. Now on its 25th anniversary. You can find The Writer's Journey here --> https://amzn.to/2SrIuJM The Guide For Every Screenwriter is available at: https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com/books Support the show and get access to exclusive content! --> https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com/p...

Geoffrey chats with Jeff Arch about writing the oscar-nominated screenplay for Sleepless in Seattle! You can find Jeff Arch at https://www.storysummit.us/jeffarch The Guide For Every Screenwriter is available at: https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com/books Support the show and get access to exclusive content! --> https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com/podcast

Geoffrey chats with the cast and crew behind this fun pandemic romcom show - Love in 2020. With Anna Jaller (Lead Actor), Eirinn Disbrow (Director), & Christina Garofalo-Bonifacio (Writer/Producer). Check out Love in 2020 at https://www.lovein2020tv.com And on IG @lovein2020tv The Guide For Every Screenwriter is available at: https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com/books Don't forget to visit ou...

Geoffrey chats with Rich Wilkes as he discusses writing such hits as xXx and Airheads. Rich also explores his personal journey of rock and roll in his documentary Punk Like Me, now available on Amazon Prime. The Guide For Every Screenwriter is available at: https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com/books Don't forget to visit our website for all your screenwriting needs at --> https://www.thesucce...

Geoffrey chats with the founder of Selling Your Screenplay.com Ashley Scott Meyers about the different ways his site is helping writers find success. http://www.sellingyourscreenplay.com The Guide For Every Screenwriter is available at: https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com/books Don't forget to visit our website for all your screenwriting needs at --> https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com...