Lucy Hardgrove lands the job to write a remake of a beloved Christmas movie. While researching at Biltmore Estate, she discovers an hourglass that transports her back to the 1947 set of the original movie. She befriends one of the film's stars, Jack Huston, and uncovers secrets that put the production at risk. Lucy must set things right before she can return to the present.
While on a trip to Paris with his fiancée's family, a nostalgic screenwriter finds himself mysteriously going back to the 1920s every day at midnight. Gil, a successful but distracted Hollywood screenwriter, and his fiancée, Inez, are in Paris vacationing with Inez's conservative parents. As Gil struggles to finish his first novel, he becomes enchanted by the allure of the 1920s. Each night at midnight, he is transported back in time and encounters famous figures from the era. However, as he becomes more infatuated with the past, he begins to question his present and future.
A screenwriter drawn back to his childhood home enters into a fledgling relationship with a mysterious neighbor as he then discovers his parents appear to be living just as they were on the day they died, 30 years before.
In 'Bros (2022)', two men with commitment problems try to navigate the complexities of a romantic relationship. As they grapple with their fears and insecurities, they embark on a journey of emotional vulnerability and self-discovery. Will they be able to overcome their reservations and make their love work, or will their past issues sabotage their chances?
Playing It Cool is a romantic comedy about a screenwriter in Los Angeles who struggles to finish his screenplay while dealing with a complicated love life. He falls in love with a woman who is engaged but pretends to be in love with him. Throughout the movie, he navigates the ups and downs of love, friendship, and the competitive world of screenwriting.
Mank is a biographical drama that follows the life of screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz as he races to finish the screenplay for the iconic film Citizen Kane. Set in 1930s and 1940s Hollywood, the movie provides a glimpse into Mankiewicz's complicated relationship with director Orson Welles and the challenges he faces in the movie industry. With a witty and sharp script, Mank explores themes of ambition, power, and betrayal.
A serious eldest sister, a reckless second sister, an easygoing third sister, and a stubborn fourth sister. After overcoming various love issues, what happy ending awaits each of the four?
Ben Sanderson, a Hollywood screenwriter who has lost everything due to his alcoholism, arrives in Las Vegas with the intention of drinking himself to death. There, he meets and develops a complicated friendship with prostitute Sera. As their relationship evolves, they navigate the challenges of their personal demons and the consequences of their actions.
A screenwriter down on his luck forms a complicated bond with a former silent film star who is desperate to revive her career. As he becomes entangled in her delusions and obsession, their relationship takes a dark and tragic turn.
Tells about the love life of a woman aged over 35 years and has decided not to want to get married. His friend who is none other than the powerhouse of the company and owner of the beauty salon trapped between rescuers and applicants.
The Player follows a film studio executive who becomes mixed up in a murder investigation after receiving death threats. As he tries to navigate the dangerous world of Hollywood, he must contend with dishonesty, corruption, and mistaken identities. With satirical humor and a touch of romance, this film explores the cutthroat nature of the movie business.
A struggling screenwriter, Marty, gets pulled into the dangerous world of the Los Angeles criminal underworld when his eccentric friends kidnap a gangster's beloved Shih Tzu. Along the way, Marty discovers inspiration for his screenplay, 'Seven Psychopaths', from the stories of the psychopaths he encounters. As Marty's friends and the gangsters clash, Marty must navigate the chaos to save himself and the dog. The plot is filled with black humor, crime, friendship, murder, and a touch of neo-noir.
In Knight of Cups, a writer in Hollywood, Rick, is in search of meaning and purpose as he navigates through a life of excess and temptation. He experiences various encounters and relationships, both fleeting and meaningful, as he tries to find his true self.
An inside look at the creative process behind some of our most popular and beloved movies and television shows. All episodes feature recorded conversations between acclaimed and award-winning screenwriters, TV creators, and filmmakers from the Austin Film Festival's annual conference and year round events.
Was It Love? is a TV show about a woman who finds herself caught in a love triangle while dealing with the consequences of her previous relationships. As a single mother and a struggling producer, she must confront her past and make difficult choices in the entertainment industry. With the Chinese mafia, a screenwriter, a mobster, and a novelist in the mix, the story takes unexpected turns and explores themes of romance, comedy, drama, and the challenges of balancing personal and professional life.
A movie star from the Republican era encounters a rookie screenwriter from the 21st century. Two people from different worlds cross the boundaries of time and space to start a romantic story of living together. During the 1930s, Xiang Qin Yu finds himself time travelling to the modern era after getting shot on the filming set. The movie star who is arrogant on the outside but a softie on the inside happens to meet Jin A Yin, an unknown screenwriter who is simple and quick-witted. As they fall in love, Xiang Qin Yu also looks into the shooting incident and the truth behind his fateful reincarnation.
James Cameron's Story of Science Fiction is a TV mini-series that delves into the world of science fiction and its impact on cinema. Through one-on-one conversations with industry pioneers such as directors, actors, and screenwriters, the series explores the evolution of the genre and its influence on society. From the early days of science fiction filmmaking to the present, the series offers a comprehensive look at the genre's history and significance.
In a Lonely Place (1950) follows a moody Hollywood screenwriter named Dixon Steele who becomes a murder suspect after a young woman he was last seen with is found dead. As the investigation unfolds, Steele's hot temper, bad reputation, and turbulent relationship with his neighbor, Laurel Gray, raise suspicions. The film explores themes of fear, distrust, and the destructive power of jealousy.
In 1950s Hollywood, Eddie Mannix, a studio fixer, deals with various issues involving the studio's actors, including a kidnapping, a pregnant actress, and a communist conspiracy. As he struggles to handle these challenges, Eddie realizes the importance of doing what is right for the sake of his job.
Writer Qi Lianshan (played by Ren Jialun) wants to adapt his psychological reasoning novel into a script. After seeing Liu Xia (played by AngelaBaby), who successfully guide a woman who wants to jump off a bridge with her psychological knowledge, he invites her to be a consultant . In the process of adapting the novel, Qi Lianshan gets deeply attracted by Liu Xia, and in the end, the two gained a successful career and a beautiful love story.