83 episodes

Scriptcake is dedicated to the art and craft of screenwriting. With over 20 years of experience teaching screenwriting, I've seen novice screenwriters struggle with the same issues over and over again. I’ve created this podcast for those of you who struggle with these very same script issues. This podcast will help you overcome the most common mistakes screenwriters make and will help you develop your idea into a multi-dimensional story. If you want help formatting your screenplay, google it. I want to focus on issues that aren’t quite as google-able. 

Scriptcake Lovinder Gill

    • TV & Film
    • 5.0 • 25 Ratings

Scriptcake is dedicated to the art and craft of screenwriting. With over 20 years of experience teaching screenwriting, I've seen novice screenwriters struggle with the same issues over and over again. I’ve created this podcast for those of you who struggle with these very same script issues. This podcast will help you overcome the most common mistakes screenwriters make and will help you develop your idea into a multi-dimensional story. If you want help formatting your screenplay, google it. I want to focus on issues that aren’t quite as google-able. 

    83. The False Mask

    83. The False Mask

    This a great way to externalize the internal issues that a protagonist is dealing with. It helps me write more visually. Maybe it'll help you too!
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    For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

    • 6 min
    82. The First Impression

    82. The First Impression

    How can you best introduce your protagonist to the audience? That's a question that a lot of screenwriters struggle with. Listen to this podcast to better understand that in order to start your screenplay effectively, you first need to know how it's going to end.
    Support the show
    For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

    • 5 min
    81. Gary Wheeler - Writer/Produce/Director of 40+ Films and Series

    81. Gary Wheeler - Writer/Produce/Director of 40+ Films and Series

    Gary's recent work includes the television series Blue Ridge (2024), and the feature films  Far Haven (2023) and Christmas on the Range (2019). He has produced, written or directed  40+ films and series in his career

    Listen to this podcast to learn from a filmmaker that makes multiple films and tv series on a yearly basis.

    The TV series 'Blue Ridge' premieres on the Cowboy Way Channel on April 7, 2024. Learn more about it here ==>> The Cowboy Way Channel
    Support the show
    For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

    • 1 hr 24 min
    80. The First Question I ask a Struggling Screenwriter

    80. The First Question I ask a Struggling Screenwriter

    It's so simple yet so many people skip this vital part of the screenwriting process. Listen and find out how you might be able to find some clarity on a screenplay that is frustrating you. 
    Support the show
    For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

    • 10 min
    79. Feedback

    79. Feedback

    Feedback can be tough to take. Listen to this podcast to learn how I handled feedback on my first screenplay and how it devastated me and how I handle feedback now.
    Support the show
    For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

    • 3 min
    78. Jill Chamberlain - Author of "The Nutshell Technique"

    78. Jill Chamberlain - Author of "The Nutshell Technique"

    Great talk with Jill Chamberlain, author of the book "The Nutshell Technique" which takes a unique look at screenwriting.

    Following an early career as an independent film writer/director, Jill Chamberlain is now a script consultant and script doctor. She has fixed and fine tuned scripts for major Hollywood studios, A-list writers, television showrunners, award-winning independent filmmakers and many spec script writers.

    Learn more at ==>> www.jillchamberlain.com
    Support the show
    For more information on Lovinder Gill's best-selling book "Scriptcake Secrets" or his public speaking schedule, please check out www.lovinder.com.

    • 59 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
25 Ratings

25 Ratings

Sngwrtr ,

A great approach to screenwriting

Lovinder’s enthusiasm for screenwriting and sincere desire to help other writers comes through loud and clear in this podcast. A great companion to his book, Scriptcake, he always features fascinating professional writers and asks insightful and informative questions. My two particular favorites are Shane Black and Jill Chamberlain, but I’ve truly gotten something valuable from every episode I’ve had the pleasure of listening to.

Moharts ,

Great podcast! Very informative!!!

Great interviews and insight into screenwriting!!! Highly recommended!!!

HollywoodRML ,

Great content and host!

Very well done

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