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Tales from the Script

“Hollywood screenwriters finally get the last word.”

★ 6.5(42)20091h 45m

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Good to know

Director: Peter Hanson
Release date: 2009-01-10
Runtime: 1h 45m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America

Tales from the Script — trailer

About Tales from the Script

Tales from the Script is a 2009 movie in the Documentary genre, directed by Peter Hanson, starring John Carpenter, Frank Darabont and Steven E. de Souza. It has a runtime of 1 hour 45 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 42 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Tales from the Script in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

John Carpenter

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Frank Darabont

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Steven E. de Souza

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Antwone Fisher

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William Goldman

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Guinevere Turner

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Jose Rivera

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Melville Shavelson

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Justin Zackham

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Allison Anders

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Doug Atchison

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John August

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Themes & keywords

screenwriterwritingwriter's blockhollywood

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Tales from the Script in Mexico?+

Tales from the Script is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Tales from the Script on Netflix?+

Tales from the Script is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Tales from the Script?+

Tales from the Script has a runtime of 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).

Who stars in Tales from the Script?+

Tales from the Script stars John Carpenter, Frank Darabont, Steven E. de Souza, Antwone Fisher and William Goldman.

When did Tales from the Script come out?+

Tales from the Script is a 2009 movie directed by Peter Hanson.

What genre is Tales from the Script?+

Tales from the Script is Documentary film.

Who directed Tales from the Script?+

Tales from the Script was directed by Peter Hanson.