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Explore the fundamental relationship between writers and their characters in this 16-minute video featuring screenwriting expert Matthew Kalil and actor-writer-producer Angelique Pretorius. Discover insights from Kalil, author of "The Three Wells of Screenwriting" and Assistant Professor at the David Lynch MFA program, who brings over 20 years of teaching experience and has written more than 40 produced TV episodes. Learn from Pretorius's dual perspective as both an actor who has appeared in international productions like "Black Sails" and "Strike Back," and as a writer-producer whose recent film "Mind Thief" won Best Screenplay at the Boston Sci Fi Film Festival. Gain understanding of how writers can develop authentic connections with their characters, drawing from both the creative writing process and the actor's approach to character development. Benefit from the combined expertise of a seasoned screenwriting instructor and a working professional who bridges the worlds of performance and writing.
