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Austin Film Festival

Oct. 27 - Nov. 3, 2022

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TRICKS OF THE TRADE: WRITING FOR ROMANTIC COMEDIES

Tricks of the Trade, Writing Wisdom

Relationships and romance have been the inspiration behind an endless number of remarkable moments in cinema. This Valentine’s Day week, we are looking to past AFF panelists for tips on the key to inventing a...  Read More

TRICKS OF THE TRADE: OSCAR NOMINATED PANELISTS

Tricks of the Trade, Writing Wisdom

The Oscar nominations for 2022 have been officially announced, and many of us writers anxiously wait to find out who will be named ‘the best of the best.’ In honor of the 94th Academy Awards,...  Read More

TRICKS OF THE TRADE: TACKLING WRITER’S BLOCK PT. 2

Tricks of the Trade, Writing Wisdom

Writer’s block is something we’ve all struggled with. Looking back at our past conversations, we found further insight into facing the daunting blank page. What can you do to overcome these obstacles, and what steps...  Read More

TRICKS OF THE TRADE: APPROACHING A NEW IDEA

Tricks of the Trade, Writing Wisdom

Writers can be especially self-aware and hard on themselves, which is ironic because they must let go of that to allow free-flowing ideas. Of course this is easier said than done. Our great AFF panelists...  Read More

TRICKS OF THE TRADE: REVIVING AN ABANDONED SCRIPT

Tricks of the Trade, Writing Wisdom

There may be instances when you want to throw away your script and never look back. For some reason, the story isn't working, the characters don't feel alive, dialogue does not seem natural, and you...  Read More

TRICKS OF THE TRADE: WRITING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND

Tricks of the Trade, Writing Wisdom

In the spirit of the holiday season, we've gathered some tips and tricks from our 2019 "Writing in a Winter Wonderland" panel on how to bring audiences together through the power of storytelling. 1. Timeless...  Read More

TRICKS OF THE TRADE: THE FOUNDATION OF A GOOD STORY

Tricks of the Trade, Writing Wisdom

We know that every great screenplay begins with a great idea. But how do you know which idea to pursue? Don’t sweat it. Here’s some advice from past AFF panelists on how to open your...  Read More

TRICKS OF THE TRADE: KEEPING YOUR READERS ATTENTION

Tricks of the Trade, Writing Wisdom

Our 2022 script and film competitions open next Tuesday (December 7th)! In honor of our 29th year we’re looking back at advice from past Austin Film Festival panelists on how to identify your strengths and...  Read More

TRICKS OF THE TRADE: INSPIRATION FROM THE 2021 AWARDS LUNCHEON

Tricks of the Trade, Writing Wisdom

When some of the industry’s most accomplished writers all gather in the same room, it’s impossible to walk away without feeling motivated to run home and work on your next project. If you were unable...  Read More

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