
A podcast about the first-draft secrets behind great movies and TV shows. Each episode, the screenwriter behind a beloved film shares with us their initial screenplay for that movie. We then talk through what changed, what didn’t and why on its journey to the big screen. Hosted by Al Horner and produced by Kamil Dymek.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 174 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV & FilmFictionFilm Interviews | |||

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One of the most insincere sounding hosts I've ever heard. I don't think it's his fault but definitely tough to listen to. Saying the interviewees name just a touch less frequently would go a long way.
Al is surely one of the best / most informed interviewers in the biz
Hands down the best. Al’s questions and observations are always sophisticated and resonate with audiences expert and novice. I especially appreciated the September 5 interview, which was handled with much more nuance and acknowledgement of the ongoing issues than I could have been. I may have no sympathy for Palestine and their barbarian tactics and culture, but I appreciate that the interview was conducted to sway in nether direction, which is essential for journalism.
I have listened to and loved this podcast for years. I come here to escape the world news media insanity political opinions of every one etc… and now this is slipping into that and out of the purity of scripts, film and writing.
We don’t want ANY of your ideology or narrative pushed on us as subtle as you may think you’re doing. It’s not. Please keep it neutral on point and welcoming to all people.
I would give five stars but Al Horner waffles on at the start way too long.
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The content focuses on the creative processes and behind-the-scenes stories of notable films and television series, highlighting the scripts' evolution from first drafts to final cuts. Each episode features interviews with screenwriters, who share their original scripts while discussing changes made during the production phase, revealing insights into storytelling, character development, and thematic explorations.
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