One of the strangest things I’ve noticed over the years is how filmmakers talk about starting. They speak as if momentum arrives one day on its own — as if confidence, clarity, or permission quietly taps them on the shoulder and says, now. It doesn’t. Momentum is not a feeling.It’s a decision. When Raindance began […]
What is the most electrifying—and nerve-wracking—moment you can put on the page (or screen)? A scene where two people cross emotional or physical boundaries, where desire shifts, and secrets emerge. That’s the power of intimacy in storytelling. But “intimacy” is not shorthand for “sex for the sake of sex.” It is a storytelling tool. In […]
Every horror fan has their first time. For Henry Wong, it was watching Scream on a forbidden VHS tape at his grandparents’ house. As he recalls in his Esquire (Autumn 2025 edition) feature, “you never forget your first time”. That moment of illicit terror — hiding behind a cushion, half-laughing, half-terrified — is almost a […]
When you start writing a screenplay, it’s tempting to think you need some magical new skillset – secret tricks that only “real” writers know. The truth? The most powerful tools you’ll ever use are already inside you. The greats – Billy Wilder, Nora Ephron, Jordan Peele – weren’t born with special screenwriting DNA. What they […]
Writer’s block is not a sign you’re a bad writer. It’s often a sign you’re stuck trying to be a good one. When you sit staring at a blinking cursor, you’re usually trapped in the pressure cooker of “getting it right” — the perfect sentence, the perfect scene, the perfect story. Here’s the secret: sometimes, […]
Long weekends are a gift to filmmakers. Three days without the pressure of the 9-to-5 can feel like a mini residency — a rare stretch of time where you can go deeper into your craft, experiment, and make something new. The August Bank Holiday is no exception. Instead of wasting it scrolling, queuing for DIY […]
An aspiring screenwriter may find it difficult to voice their opinion in a crowded field of media. And what’s the best way to learn how to stand out from the rest? It is to learn from the pros. These professionals have been around in the field for quite some time and know what becomes a […]
In this blog post we’ll explore four key horror sub-genres: psychological horror, supernatural horror, slasher films, and body horror. We’ll discuss how they craft their narratives to shape audience expectations and experiences. Psychological Horror: The Terror Within Psychological horror is a sub-genre that delves deep into the human mind. It explores the minds’s fragile boundaries […]
Kick Your Script into Gear with Guerrilla Writing Hacks and Mini-Exercises Let’s get one thing straight: writing isn’t about waiting for the “muse” to whisper in your ear. It’s about tricking your brain into action—hacking the system so you can get words on the page before doubt, fear, and perfectionism kill your momentum. I’m Elliot […]
Wars! Pandemics! Tariffs! In an era of unprecedented global change, the landscape of independent creativity is transforming dramatically. As we celebrate Raindance’s 33-year legacy of championing independent voices, we’re witnessing a remarkable convergence of traditional storytelling and technological innovation that’s creating unique opportunities for independent creators. When Raindance launched in 1992, the option for filmmakers […]
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