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THE WEIRD THIRD WAY IN SCREENWRITING
It’s often stated that a good scene in a feature film or TV screenplay both advances the story and reveals something new about one of the characters. But what if there is a third way of writing?
MAKE IT SHORT | EPISODE 21
Joining Diogo Brüggemann from the UK studio is Bernhard Pucher, filmmaker and co-founder of CenterFrame, and from São Paulo, we host esteemed Brazilian writer and director Tomas Fleck. In this episode, we discuss "Duel to the Death: A Samurai Story,".
5 REASONS TO HANDWRITE YOUR NEXT SCREENPLAY
New AI tools such as ChatGPT have provoked considerable debate about whether screenwriters should use them to generate story and character ideas and help write their screenplays. But what about doing the opposite and writing the old-school way: with pen and paper?
RODRIGO SOROGOYEN AND THE ART OF BLENDING SHORT AND FEATURE FILMS
The president of the jury at the Critics’ Week section of the Cannes film festival in 2024 is the Spanish filmmaker Rodrigo Sorogoyen. At only 41 years old, he is already a renowned director who has gained recognition for his work in the film industry.
PART 2: FIVE REASONS NOT TO GO TO CANNES
Every year, many filmmakers assess whether attending Cannes is worthwhile, and here, continuing from Part One (read here), I’ll explore five scenarios where attending Cannes is not a good idea.
MAKE IT SHORT | EPISODE 20
In this episode, host Diogo Brüggemann is joined by the Bernhard Pucher along with our special guest for a second time, Jörn Threlfall, a writer-director with a BAFTA nomination to his name, to discuss and examine "Jettison".
LUKAS DHONT AND THE JOURNEY OF A YOUNG FILMMAKER
The jury of Queer Cannes 2024 presents a diverse and distinguished panel of individuals from the world of film, music, and journalism. Lukas Dhont, the acclaimed Belgian filmmaker, leads the jury as the President, bringing his unique vision and expertise to the selection process.
The MAKE IT SHORT Newsletter
Vol. 1 Issue 2 • APRIL 8th, 2024
The MAKE IT SHORT Newsletter
Vol. 1 Issue 1 • MAR 31st, 2024 So it begins... Must see shorts: The Long Goodbye & La Jetèe| CenterFrame in the spotlight with CRUSTS | Oscar winner on YouTube | Shorts of Sundance
A LIST OF INDEPENDENT SCIENCE FICTION FILMS FROM OUT OF THIS WORLD
Emerging filmmakers, trying to reach an audience, often use Science Fiction for their first attempt at creating a cinematic experience. That is why we selected a list of astonishing sci-fi films from independent filmmakers who came up with unforgettable stories worth-watching.
BREAKING THE SO-CALLED RULES OF SCREENWRITING
Screenwriting books, script gurus and academic courses love to stress the importance of following these rules when writing a screenplay. As these examples show, though, the screenwriters of successful and well-loved films broke these rules to good effect.
SHORT FILMS AT THE OSCARS 2024
Every year there is a debate over the relevance of the Academy Awards nowadays. But guess what, the Oscars do matter a lot! And when it comes to the short film categories, across animated, live action, and documentary, the Oscars hold profound significance within the filmmaking community and beyond.
HOW TO GIVE FEEDBACK
Giving and receiving feedback on a script is a critical part of the screenwriting process. It helps writers see what they are missing in a story; what’s working and what needs more development; what will engage audiences and what might confuse them.
HOW TO WRITE A SYNOPSIS
The film industry has always been a hub for creative minds to showcase their talent, but sometimes it can seem impossible to make it big in such a competitive market. As hard as it may be, certain directors emerge from humble beginnings to become influential figures in the industry.
FROM INDIE BEGINNINGS TO OSCAR CONTENDERS:
The film industry has always been a hub for creative minds to showcase their talent, but sometimes it can seem impossible to make it big in such a competitive market. As hard as it may be, certain directors emerge from humble beginnings to become influential figures in the industry.
BAFTA 2024 | SHORT FILMS
Another year and here we are, close to celebrating the The British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) and the achievements of the UK film industry. We'll take a look at the short films.
SPOTLIGHT: a night of cinema 
n the heart of London's vibrant film scene, CenterFrame's biannual short-film showcase and industry panel brought together a constellation of talent and wisdom at the iconic Curzon Soho Cinema on January 30.
GET IT MADE
We're thrilled to announce the return of GET IT MADE – an opportunity that goes beyond just scripts and pitches; it's a chance to create, and turn your cinematic fantasy into a working project.
MAKE IT SHORT | EPISODE 18
Film journalist Diogo Bruggeman, filmmaker Bernhard Pucher, and BAFTA-nominated filmmaker Jörn Threlfall discuss this beautiful short film MR SISYPHUS, written and directed by the talented young filmmaker, Jedi Kang.
MAKE IT SHORT | EPISODE 16
Welcome to the 16th episode of Make It Short! Today Diogo, Bernhard, and veteran BBC writer Tina Walker look at the horror thriller THE SOUND, by filmmaker Jason-Christopher Mayer