Claire

Film Club, Dreaming Whilst Black and the exquisite Riot Women. Excellent telly.

I've just binged the whole lot. Loved them all.

TV/Film Development — ADAM LAVIS

Taking on new writers in November for one-to-one script development.

If you’re trying to find your voice and want help shaping a film or TV pilot that truly reflects you, I’d love to help.

Previous writers have won comps/been optioned/landed agents.

www.adamlavis.com/screenwritin...

#scriptsky

Writers' Day at the Birmingham Film and TV Market Claire Rowlands from our Write Across Birmingham and Black Country group with a rundown of the day.

Screenwriting tips, Bab.
My blog post for BBC Writers.

www.bbc.co.uk/writers/blog...

They’re being called ‘rioters’ but let’s be honest, they’re actually a bunch of boys and men setting stuff on fire. Imagine if it were hundreds of women out there torching things.

I keep thinking about a little bit of botox. But I ALWAYS want my face to be capable of this. My hero. #SuchBraveGirls

Stopping the street preaching would be great - every faith shouting at you on one street is overwhelming. I think agreed pitches for the music could be the way forward. It works on the tube and elevates the musicians.

Summer hols are approaching, assuming you're the main character, which fictional TV world offers the best potential of a holiday romance?

Thank you!

Go and see Lovestuck at @stratfordeast.com! I loved it. Written and created by the super talented James Cooper. Life affirming stuff.

Such a great shop!

WFTV Screenwriters Lab | WFTV UK We are looking for exciting emerging writers who are actively working on original scripts and are looking to attract industry interest in their work to take them to the next stage of their career; whe...

Great opp for female UK writers without agents! WFTV/Kay Mellor Screenwriter's Lab is now open for applications --> www.wftv.org.uk/screenwriter... #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+

Thinking about running some mock writers’ rooms, just a one-day thing where six writers get together and try to build a new show from scratch. No pressure, just a way to see what it’s like to be in a room. Would anyone be up for that?

A new stage-to screen night in Brum. I'm writing for the launch night. Come along. Spread the word. What else are you doing on a Wednesday night?

ha. apologies.

368 Chickens So many chickens

If you want to ruin your life, I can recommend this wholeheartedly. 368chickens.com

Thanks @annaruthjordan.bsky.social for a great session on pitches and treatments tonight! Loads of useful info + an inspiring reminder to stay connected to feelings and your own unique vision for a story. Loved it!

The Princess and the Bea(nie)?

congratulations!!

A TV show

My Mom Was an Alcoholic. Here's What Made Me Forgive Her. | Cup of Jo "I felt like given the choice between me and wine, she’d chosen wine."

Oof. A really amazing bit of writing.

cupofjo.com/2025/02/10/m...

Danny and Jack lean against opposite sides of the wall the divides their bedrooms in their uni accommodation in the TV show Big Boys.

omg, series 3 of Big Boys was perfect!!

A still from the film, Hard Truths - the character of Chantelle is standing behind her seated sister, Pansy and doing her hair.

Marianne Jean-Baptiste is totally captivating in Hard Truths. Mike Leigh not wrapping anything up with a bow here, but I thought it was great. #HardTruths

This is super helpful.
Thanks for sharing the recording!

YouTube video by SamFenderVEVO Sam Fender - People Watching (Official Video starring Andrew Scott)

This video, directed by Sam Yates is beautiful 💔

youtu.be/5cXCUp6j5M8?...

I'm really looking forward to this.

A photo of the front cover of a book: Screenwriting | The Craft and The Career by Philip Shelley

My copy just arrived - looks great. It's chunky! A guide to every aspect of becoming a screenwriter. Congratulations @philipshelley1.bsky.social and thanks for including my writing!

Mackenzie Crook Remembers... Detectorists Mackenzie Crook shares what inspired him to write his hit series Detectorists - a funny and touching series about a group of metal detectorists (not detectors) in the fictional town of Danebury.

This is the nicest thing

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The photo from the movie poster for Anora featuring the two main characters embracing warmly against the vibrant backdrop of Las Vegas. They both look happy, with neon lights and a lively cityscape adding a sense of romance and excitement to the scene.

Just watched Anora at the cinema. I have a million thoughts and feelings. Anyone else seen it? #Anora

Yeah, I really liked it. It's silly but it's got a distinctive voice.