Dealing with one character is challenging enough, but dealing with multiple characters and how they interact with each other is a whole different ballgame. Here's a guide to help you navigate the treacherous waters of character dynamics: open.substack.com/pub/storyprism… #ai #writing

Poor collaboration, not just bad stories, can kill movies. Don't let hidden landmines derail your creative partnerships! Learn what to look for & how to negotiate tough times for successful film projects. youtube.com/watch?v=-zsjwa… #novelwriting #filmmaking #storytelling

For those who are struggling to get better results from Story Prism's AI assistant, watch this: youtube.com/watch?v=aPfBr4… It clarifies everything you need to know. #writing #screenwriting #aiwriting #filmmaking #storytelling

Saw Eddington yesterday, and it reminded me that the entire point of storytelling is to externalize something that is intrinsically meaningful to us in a way that connects others, so that the shared experience of truth and unraveling its profound depths can be felt. Go see it!

To be a good writer, you must: Learn how to read, write, and tell stories. But to instill true meaning in your work and set you apart from the noise, you must learn about human psychology. Without that, all you have are strings of words that entertain: shorturl.at/q8PaB

How do movies make places feel like characters? I broke down 3 ways locations come alive in film. Read here: shorturl.at/BqBkG #writing #aiwriting #screenwriting #filmmaking #storytelling

One of the most common moves that new writers often make is creating a backstory for their characters. Can it work? Of course. People do it all the time. But is it important for every story? Absolutely not: shorturl.at/Lq0I1

AI is paradigm-shifting, but artificial consciousness isn't imminent. Forget Terminator scenarios; let's focus on realistic impacts of optimized pattern recognition. The future will be fantastical, just not Star Trek anytime soon: short-link.me/14SCT #ai #future

Some have an affinity for storytelling. Others, not so much. But EVERYONE can enhance their creativity. Here's one way to do that. Hope this helps: youtube.com/watch?v=5n2fSX… #screenwriting #aiwriting #filmmaking #storytelling

Understanding human behavior is a fundamental skill for creative writing. Here's a basic run-down that will fundamentally change how you craft characters and enhance your industry network to get ahead: shorturl.at/P8Pxl #writing #filmmaking #screenwriting #aiwriting

If stories are just parts that form meaning, and AI helps us see those relationships, then the future of writing isn't about the old formulas. It's about radically new forms of expression: open.substack.com/pub/storyprism… #storytelling #aiwriting

David Mamet and Shia LaBeouf's "Henry Johnson" is a Masterpiece of What You SHOULDN'T DO If You Want to Turn Your Story Into a Film. Here's what I mean: shorturl.at/R40tq #filmmaking #writing #screenwriting #davidmamet #aiwriting #badfilms

The problems we face aren't just from incompetent government, but from ourselves. We must adopt a new set of values based on forgotten wisdom to survive this century. What values should we replace and what should we adopt? #values #progress shorturl.at/gvZyI

We focus a lot on developing stories because, of course, we're storytellers. But what about focusing on "focus" itself? Here are some helpful tips that have dramatically improved my ability to focus. Check it out and hope this helps! open.substack.com/pub/storyprism…

D.C. International Shorts Festival was a success! Had a wonderful discussion with a group of talented filmmakers over the weekend, musing about the realities of screenwriting and the future of filmmaking. Thank you so much for having us out! #dcshorts #filmmakers #indiefilms

Why do we dream & tell stories about conflict? The link reveals why storytelling is key to our survival. Watch to see why media matters now more than ever: youtube.com/watch?v=2AfbHm… #writing #aiwriting #filmmaking #storytelling #screenwriting

The secret weapon is controlling character perspective. It's a choice that hides in plain sight, and Asimov's Foundation series is a master class in how to wield it. Check out this powerful example: shorturl.at/SygGU #screenwriting #filmmaking #aiwriting #writingtips

Now is never a better time to go indie. But how do you navigate marketing in 2025 as a screenwriter/filmmaker? Here are some helpful lessons not many people talk about that have aided me along the way. Check it out and best of luck! shorturl.at/KApwC #aiwriting #writing

Had the privilege of speaking with an amazing group of D.C filmmakers about the future of filmmaking and where the industry is heading. Check it out and thanks for having us out DC Shorts International Film Festival: youtube.com/watch?v=5x1O5z…

AI can't replace the truth. Stop relying on simple Google & AI searches for your storytelling research. You need tried & trusted methods to find authenticity and realism, even in a "dead internet" era. Here's how to dig deeper: open.substack.com/pub/storyprism… #WritingTips