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Scriptcake

Scriptcake is dedicated to the art and craft of screenwriting. With over 20 years of experience teaching screenwriting, I"ve seen novice screenwriters struggle with the same issues over and over again. I’ve created this podcast for those of you who struggle with these very same script issues. This podcast will help you overcome the most common mistakes screenwriters make and will help you develop your idea into a multi-dimensional story. If you want help formatting your screenplay, google it. I want

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120. Scene Data

Scriptcake ·

2025/09/26

What are the layers of information that an audience receives when they are watching a scene? It's a lot more data than you think. Listen to learn more! Support the show For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

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119. Mistakes to Avoid Before You Send Out Your Script

Scriptcake ·

2025/08/29

As a former script reader, I've seen it all. There are so many things that make a reader, producer, financier or distributor pass on your film. If it's the story, that's one thing but if it's any of these mistakes, you're cutting your legs off before you even begin walking through your screenwriting career. Make sure you avoid all of these mistakes before you send your screenplay to anyone! Support the show For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets"...

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118. Sabrina Dewan - Screenwriter Monsoon Wedding,...

Scriptcake ·

2025/08/22

Sabrina Dhawan's debut feature as screenwriter, Monsoon Wedding, won the ‘Leon D’Oro’ at the Venice Film Festival and a Golden Globe nomination. Sabrina’s other produced screenplay credits include Kaminey, directed by Vishal Bharadwaj for UTV; Ishqiya, directed by Abhishek Chaubey for Shemaroo Entertainment. 11.9.01, directed by Nair for Canal Plus; Cosmopolitan for PBS; Rangoon, directed by Vishal Bharadwaj. She served as co-producer on Bollywood Hero, a mini-series for IFC and ...

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117. Taking Scenes to 11

Scriptcake ·

2025/07/18

Sometimes I get confused. I stick to structure to such an extent it keeps me from maximizing my scenes. Though I still believe you need a solid foundation structure to make your screenplay work, I now also believe that you can sway from it on a scene-by-scene basis to maximize your scenes, to take them to 11. Support the show For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

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116. Krushan Naik, Producer/Editor of Academy-Award...

Scriptcake ·

2025/07/11

Ever wonder what it's like to have your film nominated for an Academy Award? Krushan Naik walks us through his experience as a producer/editor of the Oscar-nominated short film Anuja. Support the show For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

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115. The Primary Objective

Scriptcake ·

2025/06/20

Do you ever get bogged down while writing your screenplay wondering what you should focus on? Do I need to work on the protagonist, the antagonist, the concept, the visuals, the action, the dialogue, the sub plots or what? I know that happens to me and I finally figured out a way to look at it that helps me clearly see what I need to focus on - The Primary Objective! Support the show For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule...

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114. Jacob Krueger - Screenwriter | Mentor | Teacher

Scriptcake ·

2025/05/14

This fabulous talk with Jacob Krueger is full of amazing insight, valuable lessons and thoughtful commentary on the screenwriting process. I know I learned a lot and I'm pretty sure you will too! Learn more on Jake's teaching at: www.writeyourscreenplay.com Support the show For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

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113. Do Film Festival and Screenwriting Competitions...

Scriptcake ·

2025/04/28

It a question that I get asked all the time. Listen to hear my thoughts on it! Support the show For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

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112: The Top 6 Excuses Screenwriters Make

Scriptcake ·

2025/04/18

This week I've heard a lot of excuses from a lot of screenwriters and I'd like to address them. Enjoy! Support the show For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

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111. Jeff Bushell - Screenwriter - Ricky Stanicky,...

Scriptcake ·

2025/04/11

This is a fantastic, fun interview with Screenwriter Jeff Bushell who has written for The Bernie Mac Show, Drawn Together, MADtv, What I Like About You, and Zoey 101. He most recently wrote Ricky Stanicky starring Zach Efron and John Cena. He also created and wrote the film Beverly Hills Chihuahua which was inspired by his dog, Maggie. Bushell won the Peabody Award and the Television Critics Award for his work on The Bernie Mac Show. Support the show For more information on Lovinder Gil...

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109. Richard RB Botto - Screenwriter | Producer |...

Scriptcake ·

2025/03/30

Enjoy this great conversation with RB, a screenwriter and filmmaker who created Stage 32 to help artists learn and network with one another. RB discusses his journey into filmmaking as well as sharing his advice on how to advance your career in the industry. Support the show For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

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110. Model Movies

Scriptcake ·

2025/03/07

A great way to make sure your plot works is to find a model movie to work off of. I do it with every project I can. I find a movie that has a similar core and it helps me figure out what needs to happen fairly quickly. Listen to find out more! Support the show For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

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108. Location Location Location

Scriptcake ·

2025/03/07

What makes you pick a location for a scene? What is your thought process? Is it random, deeply thought out or wherever? Listen to this podcast to learn a great way to pick your locations. Support the show For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

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107. The Screenwriter's Playlist

Scriptcake ·

2025/02/19

This is a device that helps inspire me to write and it also helps to keep me in touch with the many layers of a screenplay that I need to be thinking of when writing. Support the show For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

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106. The Hinge

Scriptcake ·

2025/02/07

What is it that connects your conceptual story to your emotional story? Listen and find out! Support the show For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

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105. Jessie Keyt Screenwriter | Author | Consultant

Scriptcake ·

2024/12/22

I'm excited to introduce you to one of my mentors, Jessie Keyt. Listen as we talk about her book, Alternative Scriptwriting: Contemporary Storytelling for the Screen.Her research interests include climate-change storytelling, alternative scriptwriting, and artist-built environments. I was blown away by how much I learned from her in such a short time and I'm sure you will be too. For more information on Jessie, check out her website:www.jessiekeyt.comSupport the showFor more information ...

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104. Writing Backwards

Scriptcake ·

2024/12/06

Most screenwriters don't realize what decisions they need to make first. It may surprise you.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

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103. Motivation

Scriptcake ·

2024/11/28

One question I get asked all the time is: 'How do I stay motivated?'The first thing I say is you're asking the wrong question. Listen to find out more. Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

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102. The Zero Draft | Nostos Screenwriting Retreat

Scriptcake ·

2024/11/21

In this episode I want to share a little about my experience at the Nostos Screenwriting Retreat as well as. one of golden nuggets of information I learned - The Zero Draft.Support the showFor more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

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101. Kevin J. Anderson - Author | Producer Dune:...

Scriptcake ·

2024/11/13

Kevin J. Anderson is the bestselling author of more than 160 science fiction and fantasy novels. He's written original novels and in the following worlds: Star Wars, StarCraft, Titan AE, and more. The TV series Dune: Prophecy is based on a novel he wrote and he wrote the pilot episode for it. He is also a creative consultant on Dune Part One and a co-producer on Dune Part Two.Learn about his creative process and the advice he has for aspiring writers.He also heads the publishing track of the&...

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