Script to Scream: The Horror Screenwriting Podcast

Welcome to the Script to Scream Podcast , where we delve into the spine-tingling world of horror cinema. Each episode we look at the scariest scenes, unmask the deeper meanings behind your favourite horror films, and explore the psychology of fear that keeps us coming back for more. From script analysis to scene breakdowns we’ dissect your favourite horror movies to see what makes them tick. So whether you're a seasoned horror aficionado or just starting to explore the genre, join us as we unravel the spine-tingling stories that haunt the silver screen.

Script to Scream: The Horror Screenwriting Podcast is a tv podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 47 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Script to Scream: The Horror Screenwriting Podcast, a tv show with 47 episodes published.

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  Episode #10

  Smile (2022) - How Parker Finn made you dread a simple smile

  Sep 21, 20262h 6mS4

  In this episode of Script to Scream we take a deep dive in to Parker Finn's 2022 cultural and financial smash - Smile. We dissect how Finn made you dread a smile, his writing style, his wonderful use of common place script writing techniques, the dialogue, the themes and how he synthesised influences and tropes yet created something which felt fresh and not derivative. If you enjoy the episode please like, follow and rate us, and if you feel especially generous we'd love you to give us a review or share with a friend!! You can reach us via our website www.scripttoscreampodcast.com Make suggestions on what films you would like us to cover, ask questions about the horror genre or throw us any questions you have about screenwriting. We offer professional feedback on scripts and collaborative pitch deck creation. For more information pop to the 'Script Reading' page of our website. We are on Facebook and Bluesky so please feel free to follow, like and reach out there. Our episodes also go up on Youtube so if you prefer to get your pods there we would love to see you. Please feel free to like and subscribe and hit the notification button to get notified of new episodes. Take care, and keep writing those scares!!!

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  Episode #8

  Malignant (2021) - Why Akela Cooper's writing style is so accessible and the techniques other writers can use

  Aug 23, 20261h 57mS4

  In this episode of script to scream we take a deep dive into James Wan's 2021 film Malignant!! We discuss what makes Cooper's writing style so accessible, some of the gender confusion present in this early draft, the themes, the most effective scares, some of the best dialogue, what we learned from the script and lastly discuss some of the techniques employed by Cooper which writers can use in their own work. If you enjoy the episode please like, follow and rate us, and if you feel especially generous we'd love you to give us a review or share with a friend!! You can reach us via our website www.scripttoscreampodcast.com Make suggestions on what films you would like us to cover, ask questions about the horror genre or throw us any questions you have about screenwriting. We offer professional feedback on scripts and collaborative pitch deck creation. For more information pop to the 'Script Reading' page of our website. We are on Facebook and Bluesky so please feel free to follow, like and reach out there. Our episodes also go up on Youtube so if you prefer to get your pods there we would love to see you. Please feel free to like and subscribe and hit the notification button to get notified of new episodes. Take care, and keep writing those scares!!!

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  Episode #7

  A Nightmare on Elm Street: Original vs Remake Face Off - Themes, Structure, Pacing and Tips for Writing a Horror Franchise

  Aug 9, 20261h 26mS4

  In this episode of Script to Scream we have our season 4 Original vs Remake Face Off, where we compare the screenplays and the films of one of the most beloved horror franchises. We breakdown and compare the screenplays and films, looking deeply at elements of each before making our choices on which we thought was best. Categories for our screenplay analysis include Visual Style and Presentation, Structure and Pacing, Themes and Subtext and Dialogue. Categories for our film analysis include Direction, Cinematography and Visual Style, Acting and Performances, Sound Design and Score, Kills, Scares and Fear Factor, Best Freddy and a comparison of each of act of the film's three act structure. This week is a real deep dive with a wealth of information and tips for both screenwriters and filmmakers, giving you things to consider when developing your own horror franchise. If you enjoy the episode please like, follow and rate us, and if you feel especially generous we'd love you to give us a review or share with a friend!! You can reach us via our website www.scripttoscreampodcast.com Make suggestions on what films you would like us to cover, ask questions about the horror genre or throw us any questions you have about screenwriting. We offer professional feedback on scripts and collaborative pitch deck creation. For more information pop to the 'Script Reading' page of our website. We are on Facebook and Bluesky so please feel free to follow, like and reach out there. Our episodes also go up on Youtube so if you prefer to get your pods there we would love to see you. Please feel free to like and subscribe and hit the notification button to get notified of new episodes. Take care, and keep writing those scares!!!

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  Episode #6

  A Nightmare on Elm Street (2010) - Does the remake of Craven's 80s slasher classic flourish or flounder?

  Jul 26, 20261h 57mS4

  Part two of our season four Face-off!!! This week we delve into the remake of Wes Craven's 80s slasher classic A Nightmare on Elm Street and dissect whether it lives up to the promise or struggles under the weight of an immense horror IP. If you enjoy the episode please like, follow and rate us, and if you feel especially generous we'd love you to give us a review or share with a friend!! You can reach us via our website www.scripttoscreampodcast.com Make suggestions on what films you would like us to cover, ask questions about the horror genre or throw us any questions you have about screenwriting. We offer professional feedback on scripts and collaborative pitch deck creation. For more information pop to the 'Script Reading' page of our website. We are on Facebook and Bluesky so please feel free to follow, like and reach out there. Our episodes also go up on Youtube so if you prefer to get your pods there we would love to see you. Please feel free to like and subscribe and hit the notification button to get notified of new episodes. Take care, and keep writing those scares!!!

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  Episode #5

  A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) - Screenplay, themes and scares. How Wes Craven created Freddy Krueger

  Jul 12, 20262h 21mS4

  This week on Script to Scream we delve into the nightmarish world of one Freddy Krueger, as we deep dive into Wes Cravens horror classic - A Nightmare on Elm Street!! Listen in as we compare the movie to Was Craven's script, and hear our takes on both the film and the screenplay.

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