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Christmas movies really do have something for everyone — sweet, funny, nostalgic, scary, action, even muppets.
Picking just five for this reel? Impossible. 😂
What’s your go-to Christmas movie?
Our 25 favs (with screenwriting lessons): https://blog.celtx.com/best-christmas-movies-for-screenwriters
Picking just five for this reel? Impossible. 😂
What’s your go-to Christmas movie?
Our 25 favs (with screenwriting lessons): https://blog.celtx.com/best-christmas-movies-for-screenwriters
December 24, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Christmas movies really do have something for everyone — sweet, funny, nostalgic, scary, action, even muppets.
Picking just five for this reel? Impossible. 😂
What’s your go-to Christmas movie?
Our 25 favs (with screenwriting lessons): https://blog.celtx.com/best-christmas-movies-for-screenwriters
Picking just five for this reel? Impossible. 😂
What’s your go-to Christmas movie?
Our 25 favs (with screenwriting lessons): https://blog.celtx.com/best-christmas-movies-for-screenwriters
Think of your character arc like baking a cake.
Start with the right ingredients: motivation, flaws, relationships, desires, fears, and mix WELL. 🍰
Start with the right ingredients: motivation, flaws, relationships, desires, fears, and mix WELL. 🍰
December 23, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Think of your character arc like baking a cake.
Start with the right ingredients: motivation, flaws, relationships, desires, fears, and mix WELL. 🍰
Start with the right ingredients: motivation, flaws, relationships, desires, fears, and mix WELL. 🍰
Parentheticals are like salt: a little goes a long way. 🧂
Over-season your dialogue and you drown out the flavor.
Keep them short, clear, and only when absolutely necessary.
#ScreenwritingTips #Screensky
Over-season your dialogue and you drown out the flavor.
Keep them short, clear, and only when absolutely necessary.
#ScreenwritingTips #Screensky
December 22, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Parentheticals are like salt: a little goes a long way. 🧂
Over-season your dialogue and you drown out the flavor.
Keep them short, clear, and only when absolutely necessary.
#ScreenwritingTips #Screensky
Over-season your dialogue and you drown out the flavor.
Keep them short, clear, and only when absolutely necessary.
#ScreenwritingTips #Screensky
Ever Googled “what does a screenplay actually look like”? You’re not alone.
We broke down the basics of screenplay format and put together a free template to help you get started without the guesswork: https://blog.celtx.com/screenplay-format-guide/
#screenwriting #filmsky #scriptsky
We broke down the basics of screenplay format and put together a free template to help you get started without the guesswork: https://blog.celtx.com/screenplay-format-guide/
#screenwriting #filmsky #scriptsky
December 19, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Ever Googled “what does a screenplay actually look like”? You’re not alone.
We broke down the basics of screenplay format and put together a free template to help you get started without the guesswork: https://blog.celtx.com/screenplay-format-guide/
#screenwriting #filmsky #scriptsky
We broke down the basics of screenplay format and put together a free template to help you get started without the guesswork: https://blog.celtx.com/screenplay-format-guide/
#screenwriting #filmsky #scriptsky
Type 3: Menippean
Targets ideas and worldviews; often surreal or ensemble-driven.
Examples include Barbie & Dr. Strangelove
Targets ideas and worldviews; often surreal or ensemble-driven.
Examples include Barbie & Dr. Strangelove
December 17, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Type 3: Menippean
Targets ideas and worldviews; often surreal or ensemble-driven.
Examples include Barbie & Dr. Strangelove
Targets ideas and worldviews; often surreal or ensemble-driven.
Examples include Barbie & Dr. Strangelove
Type 2: Juvenalian
Sharper, darker, confronts bigger issues head-on.
Think: Parasite and Don't Look Up
Sharper, darker, confronts bigger issues head-on.
Think: Parasite and Don't Look Up
December 17, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Type 2: Juvenalian
Sharper, darker, confronts bigger issues head-on.
Think: Parasite and Don't Look Up
Sharper, darker, confronts bigger issues head-on.
Think: Parasite and Don't Look Up
Type 1: Horatian
Warm, playful, gently pokes fun.
Think: Parks & Rec
Warm, playful, gently pokes fun.
Think: Parks & Rec
December 17, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Type 1: Horatian
Warm, playful, gently pokes fun.
Think: Parks & Rec
Warm, playful, gently pokes fun.
Think: Parks & Rec
There are three major types of satire, each shaping tone and intent in a different way: Horatian, Juvenalian, and Minippean.
Knowing which one you’re using helps keep your story focused.
Knowing which one you’re using helps keep your story focused.
December 17, 2025 at 5:30 PM
There are three major types of satire, each shaping tone and intent in a different way: Horatian, Juvenalian, and Minippean.
Knowing which one you’re using helps keep your story focused.
Knowing which one you’re using helps keep your story focused.
Why is it that the "write 10 pages a day" planner always looks so much better than the "actually wrote two words and stared at the wall for an hour" reality? 😩
It's because sowing is always more exciting than reaping. 🥲
It's because sowing is always more exciting than reaping. 🥲
December 15, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Why is it that the "write 10 pages a day" planner always looks so much better than the "actually wrote two words and stared at the wall for an hour" reality? 😩
It's because sowing is always more exciting than reaping. 🥲
It's because sowing is always more exciting than reaping. 🥲
The final season of Stranger Things reminded us how powerful a flashback can be. When used well, it unlocks the story. When used poorly… it just slows everything down.
December 12, 2025 at 3:02 PM
The final season of Stranger Things reminded us how powerful a flashback can be. When used well, it unlocks the story. When used poorly… it just slows everything down.
Margins won’t make your script brilliant, but they *will* make it readable.
Celtx takes care of the formatting automatically, but it still helps to know the logic behind those little indents and spaces.
Find our full guide: https://blog.celtx.com/screenplay-margins-guide/
Celtx takes care of the formatting automatically, but it still helps to know the logic behind those little indents and spaces.
Find our full guide: https://blog.celtx.com/screenplay-margins-guide/
December 10, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Margins won’t make your script brilliant, but they *will* make it readable.
Celtx takes care of the formatting automatically, but it still helps to know the logic behind those little indents and spaces.
Find our full guide: https://blog.celtx.com/screenplay-margins-guide/
Celtx takes care of the formatting automatically, but it still helps to know the logic behind those little indents and spaces.
Find our full guide: https://blog.celtx.com/screenplay-margins-guide/
Alliteration works best when it adds rhythm instead of noise.
Think superhero names, iconic speeches (like this one from V for Vendetta), lines that stay with you because they sound good out loud.
Think superhero names, iconic speeches (like this one from V for Vendetta), lines that stay with you because they sound good out loud.
December 8, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Alliteration works best when it adds rhythm instead of noise.
Think superhero names, iconic speeches (like this one from V for Vendetta), lines that stay with you because they sound good out loud.
Think superhero names, iconic speeches (like this one from V for Vendetta), lines that stay with you because they sound good out loud.
The best movie openings of ALL TIME? Hard to choose, but we've got five of our favorites right here:
December 5, 2025 at 4:02 PM
The best movie openings of ALL TIME? Hard to choose, but we've got five of our favorites right here:
Cinematography tells stories, but setting the tone? That comes from lighting. Every setup shapes emotion and mood. It’s a script you can feel.
Here are some of our favorite examples.
Want to learn how to use light like a storyteller? Head to https://blog.celtx.com/basic-guide-movie-lighting/
Here are some of our favorite examples.
Want to learn how to use light like a storyteller? Head to https://blog.celtx.com/basic-guide-movie-lighting/
December 1, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Cinematography tells stories, but setting the tone? That comes from lighting. Every setup shapes emotion and mood. It’s a script you can feel.
Here are some of our favorite examples.
Want to learn how to use light like a storyteller? Head to https://blog.celtx.com/basic-guide-movie-lighting/
Here are some of our favorite examples.
Want to learn how to use light like a storyteller? Head to https://blog.celtx.com/basic-guide-movie-lighting/
Trying to summon the Thanksgiving spirit? Start with the movies.
Here are five scenes that capture the heart, the humor, and the “why is my family like this” energy of the holiday.
🦃🎬 Enjoy the chaos, and the pie (of course)!
#filmsky
Here are five scenes that capture the heart, the humor, and the “why is my family like this” energy of the holiday.
🦃🎬 Enjoy the chaos, and the pie (of course)!
#filmsky
November 27, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Trying to summon the Thanksgiving spirit? Start with the movies.
Here are five scenes that capture the heart, the humor, and the “why is my family like this” energy of the holiday.
🦃🎬 Enjoy the chaos, and the pie (of course)!
#filmsky
Here are five scenes that capture the heart, the humor, and the “why is my family like this” energy of the holiday.
🦃🎬 Enjoy the chaos, and the pie (of course)!
#filmsky
Reach for the sky!
... and then back for your keyboard, because today we're teaching you how to write a western! https://blog.celtx.com/how-to-write-a-western-movie-script/
#filmsky #screensky
... and then back for your keyboard, because today we're teaching you how to write a western! https://blog.celtx.com/how-to-write-a-western-movie-script/
#filmsky #screensky
November 26, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Reach for the sky!
... and then back for your keyboard, because today we're teaching you how to write a western! https://blog.celtx.com/how-to-write-a-western-movie-script/
#filmsky #screensky
... and then back for your keyboard, because today we're teaching you how to write a western! https://blog.celtx.com/how-to-write-a-western-movie-script/
#filmsky #screensky
Miles Morales balances identity, responsibility and fear. His story arc isn't just about gaining powers, but how his upbringing influences his approach to being a hero - an identity he struggles to accept.
November 24, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Miles Morales balances identity, responsibility and fear. His story arc isn't just about gaining powers, but how his upbringing influences his approach to being a hero - an identity he struggles to accept.
Daenerys Targaryen begins as a frightened, submissive child-bride and grows into the mother of dragons — a formidable conqueror and leader (let's not talk about that final season).
November 24, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Daenerys Targaryen begins as a frightened, submissive child-bride and grows into the mother of dragons — a formidable conqueror and leader (let's not talk about that final season).
What makes a character feel real? They grow, they change... and sometimes, they surprise us.
One of our favorite round characters is Michael Scott - who started as a caricature but grew into vulnerability.
One of our favorite round characters is Michael Scott - who started as a caricature but grew into vulnerability.
November 24, 2025 at 4:02 PM
What makes a character feel real? They grow, they change... and sometimes, they surprise us.
One of our favorite round characters is Michael Scott - who started as a caricature but grew into vulnerability.
One of our favorite round characters is Michael Scott - who started as a caricature but grew into vulnerability.
Sometimes it’s not writer’s block... it’s bad vibes.
Wrong chair, wrong playlist, wrong energy.
Finding your “screenwriting tree” — that one place where the words actually flow — can do wonders. Just ask Rory.
So, where do you write best?
Wrong chair, wrong playlist, wrong energy.
Finding your “screenwriting tree” — that one place where the words actually flow — can do wonders. Just ask Rory.
So, where do you write best?
November 21, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Sometimes it’s not writer’s block... it’s bad vibes.
Wrong chair, wrong playlist, wrong energy.
Finding your “screenwriting tree” — that one place where the words actually flow — can do wonders. Just ask Rory.
So, where do you write best?
Wrong chair, wrong playlist, wrong energy.
Finding your “screenwriting tree” — that one place where the words actually flow — can do wonders. Just ask Rory.
So, where do you write best?
The Celtx timer is a great tool for tracking how long you’ve been writing…
or, if you're like me, a reminder that you spend more time in your head than you do putting words on paper.
Progress doesn't always look like word count, so if this feature makes you want to scream - just turn it off! #bliss
or, if you're like me, a reminder that you spend more time in your head than you do putting words on paper.
Progress doesn't always look like word count, so if this feature makes you want to scream - just turn it off! #bliss
November 19, 2025 at 5:02 PM
The Celtx timer is a great tool for tracking how long you’ve been writing…
or, if you're like me, a reminder that you spend more time in your head than you do putting words on paper.
Progress doesn't always look like word count, so if this feature makes you want to scream - just turn it off! #bliss
or, if you're like me, a reminder that you spend more time in your head than you do putting words on paper.
Progress doesn't always look like word count, so if this feature makes you want to scream - just turn it off! #bliss
Raise your hand if you also think about pacing while listening to people speak. ✋
For more on story beats and how they can help strengthen your storytelling: https://blog.celtx.com/story-beat/
#storytelling #scriptsky
For more on story beats and how they can help strengthen your storytelling: https://blog.celtx.com/story-beat/
#storytelling #scriptsky
November 17, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Raise your hand if you also think about pacing while listening to people speak. ✋
For more on story beats and how they can help strengthen your storytelling: https://blog.celtx.com/story-beat/
#storytelling #scriptsky
For more on story beats and how they can help strengthen your storytelling: https://blog.celtx.com/story-beat/
#storytelling #scriptsky
The tracking shot: not just a flex, but a storytelling tool.
Think The Shining’s tension, The Avengers’ team synergy, Saving Private Ryan’s chaos.
What makes a tracking shot so effective, and how can you use one to keep your audience locked in the moment? https://blog.celtx.com/tracking-shot/
Think The Shining’s tension, The Avengers’ team synergy, Saving Private Ryan’s chaos.
What makes a tracking shot so effective, and how can you use one to keep your audience locked in the moment? https://blog.celtx.com/tracking-shot/
November 14, 2025 at 9:02 PM
The tracking shot: not just a flex, but a storytelling tool.
Think The Shining’s tension, The Avengers’ team synergy, Saving Private Ryan’s chaos.
What makes a tracking shot so effective, and how can you use one to keep your audience locked in the moment? https://blog.celtx.com/tracking-shot/
Think The Shining’s tension, The Avengers’ team synergy, Saving Private Ryan’s chaos.
What makes a tracking shot so effective, and how can you use one to keep your audience locked in the moment? https://blog.celtx.com/tracking-shot/
What’s on your screenwriting playlist? 🎶
Songs that get you in the zone, make your characters come alive, or just motivate you to keep you typing.
Share your favorite screenwriting jams (and feel free to steal a few for your own mixtape)!
#screenwriting #scriptsky
Songs that get you in the zone, make your characters come alive, or just motivate you to keep you typing.
Share your favorite screenwriting jams (and feel free to steal a few for your own mixtape)!
#screenwriting #scriptsky
November 10, 2025 at 5:01 PM
What’s on your screenwriting playlist? 🎶
Songs that get you in the zone, make your characters come alive, or just motivate you to keep you typing.
Share your favorite screenwriting jams (and feel free to steal a few for your own mixtape)!
#screenwriting #scriptsky
Songs that get you in the zone, make your characters come alive, or just motivate you to keep you typing.
Share your favorite screenwriting jams (and feel free to steal a few for your own mixtape)!
#screenwriting #scriptsky
Writer check-in! 🚨
What kind of project are you working on right now? Drop it in the comments!
#scriptsky #screensky
What kind of project are you working on right now? Drop it in the comments!
#scriptsky #screensky
November 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Writer check-in! 🚨
What kind of project are you working on right now? Drop it in the comments!
#scriptsky #screensky
What kind of project are you working on right now? Drop it in the comments!
#scriptsky #screensky