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Announcing Kinolime's Open Call for Screenplay Submissions!
Starting December 4th, Kinolime will be officially accepting screenplay submissions. So, if you've got a gem of an unmade screenplay gathering dust, now's your chance to brush it off and showcase your storytelling talent!
Where to Submit Your Screenplay - Script Submission Guide for 2025
From screenplay competitions and film festivals to script submission platforms and production companies, the opportunities are out there for anyone who thinks they've got what it takes to become a working screenwriter.
Celebrating Brilliance: The Top 20 Female Screenwriters Shaping Cinema
Brought to you by Kinolime, this article celebrates these pioneering women who are scripting a revolution, creating a tapestry of stories that are as diverse, complex, and authentic as the voices behind them.
Top 5 Most Important Aspects of A Script
Top 5 most important aspects of a script that every screenwriter should know.
Tips for overcoming writer’s block
Writer’s block can be the absolute worst thing to find yourself dealing with as a screenwriter. Here are some tips for dealing with writer’s block and reboot your creativity.
Spice Up Your Story With Engaging Conflict
All stories need some kind of conflict; otherwise, they'd be pretty boring! But not all conflicts are created equal: some will pull more readers than others.
Why Setting is Important for Screenwriting
A setting is any environment where a story takes place. But the setting is more than just the scene of location. We are going to show what setting is and why it’s important for you to polish your settings in your screenwriting so that it shines through in the film production.
2 Quick Tips to Make Your Story’s Characters Come Alive
One of the most important parts of any narrative is the character. It's your job as a writer to turn what could be a sketchy, unmemorable person into a fully-fleshed character with a unique personality, quirks, and motives that will come to life in film.
Common Screenwriting Pitfalls to Avoid
Whether you are new to screenwriting or you’ve been doing it for a while now, there are pitfalls that you want to avoid falling into. Any one of these potential pitfalls could be the deciding factor in killing your script’s chance of becoming a legitimate film.