FILM FESTIVAL EVENTS ARCHIVES
Ever since his first novel, A Drink Before the War, introduced the world to blue-collar detectives Patrick Kenzie and Angela Gennaro, Dennis Lehanes gritty thrillers have carved an electrifying path in contemporary crime writing.
A sultry femme fatale with murder on her mind. Heroic rebels struggling against an overwhelming Empire. An archaeology professor moonlighting as a great adventurer. And often, ordinary people who turn out to be quite extraordinary.
Part 1: How to Pitch & Pitch Challenge
Yoshihiro Uchida Hall at San Jose State University
Be there for an electric, interactive practice session on how to grab attention and boost buzz for your script. Itll be a fun-filled, action-packed…
You've written your script. What's next? Join experts on how to successfully navigate through the film industry to get your script made and advance your career.
Part 2: Business of Writing Forum
Yoshihiro Uchida Hall at San Jose State University
It may be an age-old conflict between art and commerce, but theres no getting around the fact that its called Show Business. Youve written, rewritten, and…
"Based on a true story:" words so compelling that producers ensure audiences know it from frame one.
Youve written your script. Now how do you get it made? Learn the art and craft of pitching your movie or television show during this interactive session with experts and this years Screenwriting Competition Finalists.