Tales from the Script
“Hollywood screenwriters finally get the last word.”
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.
Where to watch Tales from the Script in United States
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About Tales from the Script
Tales from the Script is a 2009 English-language documentary film directed by Peter Hanson. The cast is led by John Carpenter, Frank Darabont, Steven E. de Souza. It has a runtime of 1h 45m. In United States, it is currently streaming on Kanopy.
Tales from the Script was produced in United States of America. It was released on January 10, 2009, and carries a PG certification.
- Director
- Peter Hanson
- Writers
- Peter Hanson, Paul Robert Herman
- Release date
- January 10, 2009
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
Tales from the Script cast & crew
Tales from the Script was directed by Peter Hanson and written by Peter Hanson and Paul Robert Herman.
The cast features John Carpenter as Self, Frank Darabont as Self, Steven E. de Souza as Self, Antwone Fisher as Self, William Goldman as Self, and Guinevere Turner as Self.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by T.J. Raider and it was produced by Paul Robert Herman and Peter Hanson.
Is Tales from the Script worth watching?
At 1h 45m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy documentary, Tales from the Script is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Tales from the Script
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
Tales from the Script — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Tales from the Script in United States?
Tales from the Script is streaming on Kanopy in United States.
▸Is Tales from the Script on Kanopy?
Yes — Tales from the Script is currently available on Kanopy in United States.
▸What language is Tales from the Script in?
Tales from the Script is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Tales from the Script?
Tales from the Script runs 1 hours 45 minutes (105 minutes).
▸What is Tales from the Script rated?
Tales from the Script is rated PG. It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 42 ratings.
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