Phil Clarke

Sometimes, X can really F off.

Same post on here and X. I've 4x as many followers over there as I do here, but I received 6x as much interaction here. Go figure.

Yes, it's a wonderful place, especially in good weather! If I take pics, I'll post 'em on my return.

Off to Anglesey for an autumn break tomorrow. Hoping the weather isn't too unkind.

All scenes need to be well-written. It's a non-negotiable for a tight sellable spec script. 😉

A mini thread on exposition for screenwriters:
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Very true, and sensible. Though there'll be times when an info dump will be required, where drip-feeding it simply won't work. For e.g. think The Terminator (1984) when Reese has to explain to Sarah what the T-800 is in the car park. It has to be like that. But it's SO tense. They're hiding from it.

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If you'd like to talk more about this aspect - or indeed any other aspect - of screenwriting, DM me here or alternatively contact me via my site. (link is in bio)

The scene shouldn't just be about the disclosure of this information or it'll feel flat and blatant.

Consider having something else happen while the exposition is being conveyed.

For example, the best writers often use humour, action or high tension in such moments.

Exposition is a necessary evil; there's often no avoiding the communication of key story detail.

However, when writing such a scene in your screenplay, do your best to hide it so readers don't know they're getting it.

A mini thread on exposition for screenwriters:
#scriptsky

I can recommend Phil’s guidance, he knows what he’s talking about.

I have no doubt you can shave those pages off without losing anything vital.

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Anyone else think The Naked Gun was pure comedy gold throughout until the final act where it seemed to lose its way?

And on script contests offering free feedback, a couple of things to consider:

"If something is free, you're the product." ~ Richard Serra

And when it comes to free stuff, you often get what you pay for.

Here if any screenwriter serious about developing their work wants to talk. DM me.

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Following the aftermath of AFF's alleged AI-generated notes, I'd like to state as someone who has given script and story notes for screenwriters going back to the last century, I have never and never will use AI for the reading & analysis of your screenplay. #scriptsky

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Following the aftermath of AFF's alleged AI-generated notes, I'd like to state as someone who has given script and story notes for screenwriters going back to the last century, I have never and never will use AI for the reading & analysis of your screenplay. #scriptsky

As per the post, I'll happily discuss this with you, but privately via DM. 😊

Remember, remember the SIXTH of November...
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Screenwriters: Remember, remember the fifth of November (and all other days for that matter) you can DM me with any screenwriting query or question you have and I will do my best to answer. #scriptsky

Just something I *created* in the last half hour. No AI was used in the making of this video. (Shocker!) #FuckAI #FuckGenerativeAI

This is me. So do give me a follow, wave, or whatever compels you over on TikTok. Thanks!

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Not just Fawkes, all the plotters, even after they died! And apparently, one of them is an ancestor of mine! (Can I smell burning? 🙄)

Much obliged, Janet. Have a great night.

Screenwriters: Remember, remember the fifth of November (and all other days for that matter) you can DM me with any screenwriting query or question you have and I will do my best to answer. #scriptsky

Prompting is not creating. #FuckAI

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Owing to a delay on a big project, I have a couple of slots open to provide notes for any screenwriter with a ready-to-send draft.

Take a look at philmscribe.com/readingservi... to see which of my standard feedback services you'd prefer and get in touch ASAP. First come, first served.

#scriptsky

a man in a dark room with the words want some help on the bottom ALT: a man in a dark room with the words want some help on the bottom

Owing to a delay on a big project, I have a couple of slots open to provide notes for any screenwriter with a ready-to-send draft.

Take a look at philmscribe.com/readingservi... to see which of my standard feedback services you'd prefer and get in touch ASAP. First come, first served.

#scriptsky