“Too Many Hats” — Why Your Screenplay Loses Focus
“Too many hats” is one of the most common traps a screenwriter can fall into, and it almost always begins with the […]
What is a Screenplay?
A screenplay is a script specifically written for film, TV, video games, or any other visual medium. It is not just the […]
How to Outline a Screenplay
Some screenwriters resist outlining. They prefer to follow the story wherever it leads, trusting their instincts over structure, discovery over design. And […]
How Long Should a Screenplay Be?
Screenplays usually land around 90 to 120 pages. And the reason involves both technical considerations and the practical realities of making a […]
How to Write Flashbacks in a Screenplay
Flashbacks act as a sort of Swiss army knife. You can use them in multiple ways — to foreshadow coming events, flesh […]
The 90-Day Screenplay Ebook
Join the 80,000+ writers who have taken the 90-day journey! The 90-Day Screenplay is a day-by-day guide through the process of outlining and writing the first draft of your memoir. Bestselling author, Alan Watt, teaches the process of marrying the wildness of your imagination to the rigor of structure to tell the story of your life. “The 90-Day Screenplay is a game-changer. This is not a book that sits on your shelf. It's a proven process for anyone who has ever wanted to write a screenplay but has been too frozen by panic to get off their ass and do it. I wish I'd had this book when I started. It would have saved me five years of laying on the couch and shuddering in dread for fear of the unknown.” - Howard Busgang, Writer/Executive Producer of Boy Meets World
How to Write a Montage in a Screenplay
Learn how to write a montage in a screenplay to condense time and show character growth. Master the format and use this tool to elevate your story.
Screenplay Structure
Screenplay structure allows a writer to investigate their characters and theme and get to the heart of where they exist in story.
How to Sell Your Screenplay
Selling your screenplay is a battle of outreach, portfolio, and simplicity. Learn how to balance your professional expectations with the heart of your work.
Screenplay Format Made Simple: Tips & Essentials
Getting your screenplay format down right matters more than you might think. You could write the most brilliant story ever conceived, with […]
Screenplay Manuscript Analysis & Consult with Al
Total: $2,000 – includes analysis, notes from Al, and a 2-hour consult. (All prices are in USD)
The 90-Day Screenplay Workshop – Audit
The workshop begins June 11th, 2026. You will get daily letters and receive access to the playback recordings within 24 hours of each […]
90-Day Screenplay
the 90-day screenplay™ Next Workshop TBD join the waitlist here The 90-Day Screenplay™ is a Live-on-Zoom workshop with Alan Watt that will take you […]
What is My Screenplay About?
When we think of our favorite movies, there is invariably an element that is so novel, so surprising, that it ignites our […]
A Screenplay is a Blueprint
A screenplay is the blueprint from which directors take their cues. It is not the screenwriter’s job to provide camera shots — […]
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intro to the 90-day screenplay (FREE)
Join me now to begin the process of getting the story from your imagination to the page, and complete the first draft […]