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Podcast from the London Screenwriters Festival
Copyright 2024 Chris Jones
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  • Ep018: Inside Twisted Minds: A Deep Dive into Horror Writing

    Ep018: Inside Twisted Minds: A Deep Dive into Horror Writing
    2025/03/11

    Horror writing isn’t just about throwing some blood and guts on the page – it’s about diving deep into the darkest corners of your mind and seeing what creepy creatures crawl out. That’s exactly what the folks on the Twisted 50 Volume 3 podcast showed us when they got together to chat about their spine-chilling anthology.

    The podcast brought together quite the crew – you had Chris Jones hosting, Kate Bemis wearing her editor hat, and three authors (James, Paul, and Lewis) who weren’t afraid to get their hands dirty in the horror genre. Kate kicked things off by admitting she had to wade through 150 stories, which is enough to make anyone’s eyes cross! She joked about needing her glasses, but you could tell she was totally up for the challenge.


    Things got really interesting when the authors started spilling the beans about their stories. Paul dove into his tale about a serial killer (because who doesn’t love a good murder story, right?), while James took us on a twisted journey through the mind of a psychopath on a date – talk about dinner conversation! Lewis brought something different to the table with his zombie apocalypse story, which actually came from a pretty personal place dealing with depression. It’s pretty amazing how writers can take their dark experiences and turn them into something creative.


    The whole gang got really deep when they started talking about where they get their inspiration from. It turns out writing horror can be kind of therapeutic – who knew? Lewis really opened up about how feeling out of control in his own life led to his zombie story, saying “I felt I had no control over my own self and the whole outside world is controlling me.” That’s the kind of raw honesty that makes horror stories hit home.


    One of the coolest things about Twisted 50 is how they handle feedback. Instead of the usual “this is great” or “this sucks,” they’ve got this whole community vibe going on where writers help each other out. James mentioned how easy it is to get lost in your own story and how having fresh eyes on your work can be a game-changer. The editing process sounds more like a writing workshop than a scary editorial chopping block.


    The conversation took an exciting turn when they started talking about possibly turning some of these stories into movies. I mean, who wouldn’t want to see these twisted tales on the big screen? Paul was practically bouncing off the walls with excitement about the film potential, and honestly, a horror anthology film sounds pretty sweet.


    The cherry on top was all the advice they dished out for aspiring horror writers. Kate dropped this gem: “The less you care, the better the writing almost always is.” It’s like she’s telling us to stop overthinking and just let our inner Stephen King run wild. They wrapped everything up by inviting writers to submit to Volume 4, basically saying “come on in, the water’s bloody… I mean, fine!”


    For anyone thinking about dipping their toes into horror writing, this podcast showed that it’s not just about scaring people – it’s about finding your voice, sharing your darkness, and maybe making some friends who are just as twisted as you are. Whether you’re writing about zombies, psychopaths, or things that go bump in the night, there’s room for everyone in this creepy little corner of the literary world.
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    41 分
  • Ep019: Meet Dylanne Corcoran, Finding Representation and Work

    Ep019: Meet Dylanne Corcoran, Finding Representation and Work
    2025/03/11
    • Podcast hosted by Chris Jones discussing Talent Campus from the London Screenwriters Festival.
    • Guest Delanne shares her success stories after attending Talent Campus 7 in 2019.
    • Delanne highlights her experience at Talent Campus as a whirlwind of activities and networking.
    • Discusses her movie "Father Christmas is Back," which she wrote while recovering from flu, leading to her first paid writing job.
    • Emphasizes the importance of being prepared for opportunities, even in unexpected situations.
    • Talks about her book "The Box of Silver Stars," originally pitched at Talent Campus, which she self-published after challenges with traditional publishing.
    • Plans to rally the community to support her book's launch for a potential bestseller status.
    • Delanne's future projects include writing short films and features, focusing on storytelling rather than mainstream success.
    • Encouraged by her daughter to attend Talent Campus, which she credits for her growth as a writer.
    • ScreenSkills funded a project, which was welcomed news.
    • Balancing a creative career with adult responsibilities (bills, children) is challenging.
    • Persistence is key; keep pursuing creative dreams despite setbacks.
    • Teaching can help focus on writing.
    • Writing is essential for personal happiness and creativity.
    • Ideas often come unexpectedly and need time to develop.
    • It's important to finish projects to avoid psychological discomfort from open loops.
    • Completing projects allows for closure and the opportunity to revisit them later.
    • The conversation ended with a hopeful note about future connections and success.
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    15 分
  • Ep017: Directing This Year’s First Actors Table Read

    Ep017: Directing This Year’s First Actors Table Read
    2025/03/11
    Bringing the Page to Life; Directing This Year’s First Actors Table Read This past Friday, I had the thrilling honor of producing and directing this year’s first Actor’s Table Read. The experience exceeded my wildest hopes, setting an exhilarating and promising tone for the rest of the sessions. On a uncommonly warm spring evening, Chris and I welcomed the irrepressible Rebecca Colby to read through a four pages of her screenplay, Overnight Excess, a acerbic comedy with bite, exploring of beauty standards within the modeling industry. With the help of our motley crew of talented actors, Chole J Wigmore, Ben Gardner Gray, Gareth Turkington, and Tiggy Bayley, we played with the characters’ intentions and power dynamics to bring Rebecca’s words to life. As a emerging director within the industry, it was both challenging and exciting to play around with this script that has such a strong voice, relying on each actor’s interpretation of the work and focusing their electric energy to build upon each subsequent read-through. From the first go-around to the final try, I watched as the actors settled into their characters, finding their footing and the confidence to bring a new perspective that Rebecca later commented was ‘revelatory’. As it was a invaluable learning experience for me, and I wanted to share a few of my thoughts for future actors, directors, and writers when applying for to their own Table Reads! Don’t be afraid to try new things. Reading new work is always scary, especially when the creator is in the room with you! There’s an instinct to do everything just right, but with art, there is no right or wrong. As a director, I always bring my own perspective on the work into the room, but I make it a priority to ask the actors for their interpretation of the characters and their motivations. Going in with an open mind is valuable for everyone involved. An actor/director relationship should be symbiotic, listening to each other’s ideas and extracting the best elements to create the best performance. By playing with different intonation, intention, and direction between reads, I was able to get a sense of what feels right and what best serves the work. For me, this experimentation is crucial to the process. There are no small rolesIn any script, there are bound to be leads and supporting roles. When playing a character with loads of lines, it’s not hard to give a nuanced performance based on the sheer quantity of content. However, the most fun roles are the ones where you can craft your own mini-narrative within the grander story! When speaking to each actor about their roles, we were able to exercise the most creativity with the characters who popped in and out. Dissecting leading lady Elle’s insecurities and deuteragonist Roy’s confidence was a clear objective, but working with Gareth and Tiggy to find motivation for their roles as office workers allowed us to mine unique motivation that helped their characters stand out. Just like in real life, each character on the page has a complex backstory that led them to the moment you are performing, and for those who appear less frequently, there is plenty of freedom to bring your interpretation to the page. Make the script fizz by finding ways to bring every character to life with depth, personality and their own arc! Bring your all… even through a screen! There’s something very artificial, even a little bit silly, about acting in a Table Read. There’s little to no staging, stage directions are being read aloud, and, if you’re over Zoom like we were, you’re alone in your room playing off people through a screen. It’s understandable to have trouble getting in the zone when you’re in your own home, but ALL of our actors brought the energy! This is always out goal. Energy truly sets the tone for the entire experience– if one person isn’t feeling it, the whole room is brought down. Choosing to have fun and foster an encouraging vibe is like a top secret weapon in any directors arsenal, allowing the energy AND performances elevate as confidence in the room grows. It can make or break the experience, so I try not to be shy or hold back, and lead from the front, even if I am nervous. For me, this experience was unforgettable and would not have been possible without such a fantastic writer and cast of actors to help make it happen. We are SO excited for the next Table Reads, and we hope to see you all there!
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    10 分

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