Quentin Tarantino, from the Final Draft awards, shares his encounter with an influential script that forever changed his perspective - Walter Hill’s script for “Hard Times.” This script ignited a revelation within Tarantino, showing him that screenwriting can transcend its technical blueprint and become a true work of art. It awakened a fire in his soul, inspiring him to create stories that would leap off the page and ignite the imagination of readers. In his speech, which you can watch on our YouTube channel, Tarantino celebrates the power of the written word, urging us to cherish those scripts that evoke emotions, transcend boundaries, and leave an indelible mark.
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Check out the unique paths and distinct voices of 6 famous screenwriters, from Tarantino to Greta Gerwig, and learn what made them Hollywood legends. Read the article on our blog!
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For @colorfarm founders @erikaalexanderthegreat and Ben Arnon, storytelling isn’t just about entertainment, it’s about creating change. Through their sponsorship of the Final Draft Big Break Screenwriting Contest, they’re taking that mission to the next level by mentoring the next generation of diverse storytellers. The Big Break Screenwriting Contest Regular Deadline is May 18th. Enter now on our website!
Final Draft just made a cameo in the new season of THE BOYS 👀🔥
Check out our interview with showrunner Eric Kripke and how he went from writing horror films to creating the hit show THE BOYS on our YouTube channel!
Big Break winner @eringaley shares how her sci-fi thriller See You See Me got notes from an Oscar-nominee and launched her screenwriting career. Check out the article on our blog!
Regular Deadline for the Big Break Screenwriting Contest is May 18. Enter today!
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Every screenwriter who enters the Final Draft Big Break Screenwriting Contest faces the same decision before hitting submit: ‘Which category do I enter?’ In this article, we break down the categories. Check out the article on our website!
The Regular Deadline for the Big Break Screenwriting Contest is May 18. Enter now!
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There’s a script quality that experienced readers recognize almost immediately as ‘professional’. It doesn't require a sale, a produced credit, or a known name on the title page. It’s felt in the first twenty pages, and sometimes the first five; a sense that the writer knows what they’re doing. Learn why some scripts 'feel' professional (even before they sell). Check out the article on our blog!
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⭐ 2025 Big Break Winners @khalid_abdulqaadir and Heather Farlinger give their take on Screenwriting Competitions. ⭐
The 2026 Big Break Screenwriting Contest Regular Deadline is May 18th. Enter now on our website!
In today’s evolving film and television landscape, having a fresh, compelling screenplay or TV pilot is a must for emerging writers. It’s what gets you into a meeting. But Lee Jessup, a longtime advocate for screenwriters and a key figure in the Final Draft Big Break winners’ mentorship process, says agents, managers and producers are looking for something more. Check out the article on our blog!
The Big Break Regular Deadline is May 18th. Enter Today!
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Horror often begins with a simple question: What is something really and truly terrifying? But for writer-director Damian McCarthy, writing a good horror movie must be personal. To create a successful scary movie, he must investigate what scares him. Check out the interview on our blog with Damian McCarthy and how he wrote HOKUM from the inside out!
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Reality TV relies on writers! Find out what a reality TV writer actually does (spoiler: it's a lot more than you think). Check out the article on our blog!
