Mysterious Goings On

SEASON 14 PREMIERE Host and novelist J. Alexander "Alex" Greenwood shares his experience writing a story treatment for a film called 'Saharan Ice.' He dives into the collaborative process of creating the treatment with the film's veteran producer and explains how it serves as a blueprint for the screenplay. Alex guides you through the treatment, breaking down the film's components, including the main characters and a beat-by-beat overview of the key plot points. If you're curious about what goes into writing a screenplay, this episode is a great place to start, offering insights into a writer's first paid screenwriting gig. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts! Mentioned: One Last Moonbow; the story of Alex's first screenwriting gig. Skater Girl: the previous family film produced by 'Saharan Ice' producer Michael Pellico More about film treatments here. Want a free pdf of 'Saharan Ice'? Visit the show notes page here. The Mysterious Goings On Pod