Flying in from LA, Black List expert Megan shares HER take on what makes a script unputdownable.
Date: Sunday, April 12th
Time: 11:30 to 12:20
Room: Tuke Hall
Filmed: YES
In this sharp, craft-focused session, Megan Halpern unpacks the common red flags that signal an underdeveloped script, and how to avoid them.
She explores what separates newer writers from seasoned storytellers, how to balance industry expectations with audience engagement, and how to use visual storytelling and subtext to keep readers hooked.
The focus: writing scripts that feel active, specific, and emotionally driven, stories that don’t just grab attention, but make readers keep turning pages.
Speakers In This Session
Megan Halpern // Senior VP of The Black List
Megan Halpern is a powerhouse producer and creative executive who champions bold new voices while shaping film, TV, and podcast storytelling from development to launch.
