Ep 199: From Novels to Screenwriting: A Journey with Ben H. Winters
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Today, we are thrilled to host the incredibly versatile Ben H. Winters. Known for his best-selling novels and genre-bending mash-ups like "Sense and Sensibility and Sea Monsters", Ben ventured into the world of television, crafting gripping storylines for acclaimed series such as "Legion" and "Manhunt."
In This Episode:
Previous Guests Highlights:
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In This Episode:
- Transition from Novelist to Screenwriter:
- Ben discusses what inspired his leap from the literary world to screenwriting and how his background in novel-writing influences his screenwriting approach.
- Creative Process:
- Explore Ben's creative process across different genres and formats. Learn how he develops stories for television compared to novels, focusing on character development, plot structure, and pacing.
- Challenges and Triumphs:
- Ben shares some challenges faced while working on "Legion" and "Manhunt", and moments that he's particularly proud of in his TV and film career.
- Impact of Personal Experiences:
- From punk bands and theatre to distinguished spaces in literature and television, Ben reveals how his diverse experiences have shaped his storytelling voice.
- What inspired your shift from best-selling novels to engaging TV storylines?
- Can you walk us through your creative process for developing TV stories versus writing a novel?
- Discuss a memorable challenge or triumph from working on shows like "Legion" and "Manhunt."
- How have your early experiences in music and theatre influenced your screenwriting projects?
- What advice would you give to aspiring writers and filmmakers entering the industry?
- How do you manage to blend diverse genres into compelling narratives?
- Share an example where genre blending played a key role in your work on "Legion" or "Manhunt."
- Can you describe a memorable collaboration experience from your TV projects?
Previous Guests Highlights:
- James David Redding III: Emmy Award winner for his work on "The Queen's Gambit."
- Donald Sylvester: Academy Award winner for Best Sound Editing for "Ford v Ferrari."
Also, you can check out my documentary The People of Brixton, on Kwelitv here: The People of Brixton
Damien Swaby Social Media Links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmmaker_damien_swaby/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2FDamienSwaby
Website: https://www.swabyfilms.co.uk
If you enjoy listening to Filmmaking Conversations with Damien Swaby, I would love a coffee. Podcasting is thirsty work: Buy me a coffee!
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