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You’ve got a killer idea for a screenplay. Your friends love the premise and you’re ready to bring it to life. You crack open your laptop, prepared to dive into the process. From researching and crafting a treatment to outlining, drafting, and revising — each phase will help shape your… Read more »

As the world becomes more interconnected, the ability to communicate effectively across multiple languages is a much-appreciated skill.  Businesses, content creators, and educators are constantly investing in ways to reach diverse audiences without the limitations of language. Implementing AI-driven solutions often requires collaboration with the best offshore software development services… Read more »

It’s hard to believe that currently, over 5 billion people are active on social media. This equates to more than 93% of all internet users. But why are these platforms so interesting to people today? The answer is two-fold. First off, social media sites are a great place for individuals… Read more »

In the wake of Donald Trump’s announcement proposing 100% trade tariffs on non-US films, the global film industry finds itself at a crossroads. Yet beneath the surface of initial panic and concern, a more nuanced narrative is emerging – one that speaks to evolution, adaptation, and unprecedented opportunity in the… Read more »

The judges have been blown away by the quality of submissions this year. After a tough call, here are the Quarterfinalists for the Raindance 2025 Script Competition. Thank you to everyone who submitted! Short Scripts Commute – Oscar Gogerly Delivery – David Herman Maya – Xin Liu Panic – Matthew Cooke Saint George’s Day –… Read more »

Hello from Planet Raindance – and the trials and traumas of indie film distribution. We know better than anyone that marketing and publicity costs a fortune. And without those marketing dollars, pounds or Euros, how can you expect anyone outside your immediate family to see your indie film. And even… Read more »

The best thrillers don’t entertain you — they wreck you just enough to sharpen you. They hand you weapons disguised as stories. Netflix understood that when it gave us Black Mirror, Altered Carbon, Bodyguard — stories that binge like adrenaline but leave scars when they’re done. But books have been doing it longer. Here… Read more »

Video streaming services have taken off in recent years, with user volume now reaching around 1.8 billion globally. You know what’s more impressive? That Netflix alone has attracted over 277 million subscribers as of 2025. People love the flexibility these platforms offer – you can watch what you want, when… Read more »

In the world of indie filmmaking, where budgets are tight but ambition runs high, tools like Unreal Engine are becoming game-changers. After completing The BackSpace Trilogy—a series of short sci-fi films created entirely in Unreal Engine—we set our sights on a new challenge: STARPOST. This time, we wanted to raise… Read more »

As a producer of shorts, documentaries, and features,  crafting scripts that feel cinematic is one of the most valuable skills I teach aspiring writers and filmmakers. Producers aren’t just buying stories—they’re buying experiences. A script that immerses readers in a vivid, high-stakes world will outshine cheaper-looking competitors, even if both… Read more »