Tales from the Script (2009)
Overview
Shane Black ("Lethal Weapon"), John Carpenter ("Halloween"), Frank Darabont ("The Shawshank Redemption"), William Goldman ("The Princess Bride"), Paul Schrader ("Taxi Driver"), and dozens of other Hollywood screenwriters share hilarious anecdotes and penetrating insights in "Tales from the Script," the most comprehensive documentary ever made about screenwriting. By analyzing their triumphs and recalling their failures, the participants explain how successful writers develop the skills necessary for toughing out careers in one of the world's most competitive industries. They also reveal the untold stories behind some of the greatest screenplays ever written, describing their adventures with luminaries including Harrison Ford, Stanley Kubrick, Joel Silver, Martin Scorsese, and Steven Spielberg. The film was produced in tandem with the upcoming HarperCollins book of the same name.
Production Companies
Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 3.435 |
Directed By
Peter Hanson
Crew
Peter Hanson
Paul Robert Herman
Peter Hanson
Paul Robert Herman
J.D. Funari
Peter Hanson
T.J. Raider
TOP CAST
John Carpenter
Self
Frank Darabont
Self
Steven E. de Souza
Self
Antwone Fisher
Self
William Goldman
Self
Guinevere Turner
Self
Jose Rivera
Self
Melville Shavelson
Self
Justin Zackham
Self
Allison Anders
Self
Doug Atchison
Self
John August
Self
Shane Black
Self
John Brancato
Self
Larry Cohen
Self
Gerald Di Pego
Self
Mark Fergus
Self
Naomi Foner
Self
Joe Forte
Self
Josh Friedman
Self
Mick Garris
Self
Peter Hyams
Self
Michael January
Self
Steve Koren
Self
Jonathan Lemkin
Self
Andrew W. Marlowe
Self
Mark O'Keefe
Self
Zak Penn
Self
Billy Ray
Self
Adam Rifkin
Self
Mark Rosenthal
Self
Bruce Joel Rubin
Self
Richard Rush
Self
Ron Shelton
Self
Ronald Shusett
Self
Stephen Susco
Self
Kriss Turner
Self
David S. Ward
Self
James L. White
Self
Paul Schrader
Self
Similar Movies
Wild Women
At the beginning of winter, a filmmaker retires for six months to a hermit's cabin in the middle of the forest, cut off from the world and its means of communication. Through the words of four women she has filmed previously, all of whom have dedicated their lives to different forms of spirituality, she embarks on a mysterious inner adventure, on the edge of solitude and nature. A journey that invites us to connect with the world in a different way.
Hollywood Singing and Dancing: A Musical History
The history of Hollywood musical movies, from the very beginning until the 21st century, hosted by Shirley Jones.
Katharine Hepburn: The Great Kate
A peep behind the scenes of the golden era of Hollywood to discover exactly how and why Katharine Hepburn became one of the most famous actresses in the glamorous world of cinema.
Neil Gaiman: Dream Dangerously
Neil Gaiman is one of the most beloved storytellers in the world today, a medium-jumping legend who opened a new era of comics with Sandman, scared a generation of young readers with Coraline and The Graveyard Book, and has thrilled his fans with years of live readings and signings. Recently, Neil embarked on his final signing tour, one last chance to talk to the fans who love his work and show his appreciation for their years of support. Now you're along for the ride! The film offers unprecedented access to Neil, chronicling his journey from myth-loving child to one of the most popular writers in the world. In addition to Neil, the film also features Amanda Palmer, George RR Martin, Grant Morrison, Bill Hader, Wil Wheaton, Michael Sheen, Karen Berger, and many more.
Reach For The Stars
Multipart Documentaries released with the BluRay of the movie, looking into the creation and production of Ad Astra, with interviews of Cast and Crew. Consists of : To The Stars, A Man Named Roy, The Crew Of The Cepheus, The Art Of 'Ad Astra', Reach For The Stars
Untouchable
The inside story of the rise and fall of Harvey Weinstein reveals how, over decades, he acquired and protected his power even when scandal threatened to engulf him. Former colleagues and accusers detail the method and consequences of his alleged abuse, hoping for justice and also to inspire change.
Sala de Roteiristas
What is the difference between a story and a good story? In this short documentary, ten of the greatest screenwriters in Brazil answer this and other questions, guiding us through the universe of creative writing and all its possibilities.
Art As A Voice
Art As A Voice is a feature-length documentary examining how five female artists use their artwork to effect change. Exploring their history, challenges, art form, influences and experiences that led them to activism, the documentary will provide an understanding of the realities of life as a survivor of domestic abuse and sexual assault. Though the film will tell each story honestly, mixing visuals of the artist at work, voiceover interviews describing events and dramatic actor re-enactments, the overall message will highlight how each artist has turned something so ugly into something beautiful that inspires hope.
The Screen Writer
This short film focuses on the job of the Hollywood screenwriter.
Legends in Light: The Photography of George Hurrell
The life and career of legendary Hollywood glamour portrait photographer George Hurrell is profiled by his contemporaries including other photographers and actors he has shot.
Love & Loyalty: The Making of 'The Remains of the Day'
The filmmakers and lead actors of The Remains of the Day (1993) discuss how they came to make the film, and the subtle power of its execution.
On the Trail of Ed Wood
A documentary on the life and career of filmmaker Edward D. Wood Jr., with clips from his films and interviews with the cast and crews of some of his films.
Heckler
HECKLER is a comedic feature documentary exploring the increasingly critical world we live in. After starring in a film that was critically bashed, Jamie Kennedy takes on hecklers and critics and ask some interesting questions of people such as George Lucas, Bill Maher, Mike Ditka, Rob Zombie, Howie Mandel and many more. This fast moving, hilarious documentary pulls no punches as you see an uncensored look at just how nasty and mean the fight is between those in the spotlight and those in the dark.
Elia Kazan: An Outsider
Hour long documentary on the legendary director.
Katharine Hepburn: All About Me
In a rare interview, Katharine Hepburn shares her memories and memorabilia.
Io sono nata viaggiando
A journey back through Dacia Maraini's and her trips around the world with her close friends cinema director Pier Paolo Pasolini and opera singer Maria Callas. An in-depth story of this fascinating woman's life. Maraini's memories come alive through personal photographs taken on the road as well as her own Super 8 films shot almost thirty years ago.
Cocaine: History Between the Lines
Cocaine has always gotten a bad rap, and for a reason. It is a drug used by the rich and the poor legally and illegally, Mexican cartels fought over it with Colombia once associated with the brutal cocaine wars, and a source of tension between the American and Mexican borders on the people who are illicitly bringing in cocaine from one side of the border to another and will do anything to do it. So it can be surprising at times to the viewer throughout the course of the documentary special, that it was never always like this.
Mythos Hollywood - Das Geheimnis des Erfolgs
Ekchart Schmidt examines the machinery behind the dream factory; the Hollywood myth is unmasked. How does the studio industry work? What role does marketing and the hype surrounding the stars play?
Hollywood Boulevard - Die Hauptstraße der Traumfabrik
Documentary about Hollywood Boulevard and Hollywood itself.
Young Hollywood - Die Traumfabrik erfindet sich neu
Documentary about the new generation of Hollywood stars in the early 2000s.