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Brian Smith

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The broad outline is done. Moving on to outlining individual scenes on notecards. Salem Witches III is finally on the way!

November 20, 2025 at 2:40 PM

Brian Smith

@bgsmith71.bsky.social

Today’s work view.
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August 27, 2025 at 4:26 PM

Brian Smith

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I left this project 2 years ago but it never left me. I spent a lot of time, blood, sweat, and tears on it. I hope all my friends got to check it out this December.

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July 30, 2025 at 2:34 AM

Brian Smith

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#screenwriters now is the best time to get #screenplay coverage. Producers and execs are enjoying their summer vacations. Get pro coverage now so it’s ready to pitch in September. Click the link to see how my services can improve your #script and #screenwriting.

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July 21, 2025 at 3:49 PM

Brian Smith

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I wrote #screenplay coverage last weekend for a new client. This weekend it’s coverage for a repeat client who got a $50 discount for referring a #screenwriter. I’m ready for more #screenwriters who need professional coverage.
#screenwriting #screenwriterslife

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July 10, 2025 at 1:21 AM

Brian Smith

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#screenwriters Monument Scripts is working this weekend. If you have a #screenplay in need of coverage, mention this post and submit your #script by Memorial Day for 10% off all coverage services. Click the link to see how we can make you a better #screenwriter.

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May 23, 2025 at 6:45 PM

Brian Smith

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#screenwriters if you have a #screenplay in need of professional coverage, check out Monument Script Services. We have read #screenplays for studios and we can make your #script better and make you a better #screenwriter. Click the link to see how we can help. monumentscripts.com/screenplay-c...

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April 30, 2025 at 1:15 PM

Brian Smith

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Our thoughts on #Sinners and why its success is good news for #filmmakers
#screenwriting #screenwriter #screenplay #filmmaking
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Why Audience Embracing of Sinners is Good News for Filmmakers | Monument Script Services

Some of you may be familiar with GenXvZ: A Movie Podcast, which I co-host with my daughter, MacKenzie. We are both film school grads, and we review current films and discuss what we believe makes them...

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April 28, 2025 at 2:54 PM

Brian Smith

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Thoughts from my blog on #TheBalladOfWallisIsland. Hint: we loved it. #screenwriting #screenwriter #FocusFeatures #MovieReview
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The Ballad of Wallis Island: What the Character Wants vs What the Character Needs | Monument Script Services

The Ballad of Wallis Island has been out for a few weeks, and I finally got to see it. I had heard some good things about it, so I went in with relatively high expectations, and somehow this film surp...

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April 23, 2025 at 10:32 AM

Brian Smith

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What about elevenzies? Afternoon tea? A stolen purse with $3k in cash and a security clearance ID badge?

April 22, 2025 at 8:00 PM

Brian Smith

@bgsmith71.bsky.social

I saw The Ballad of Wallis Island last night. It was fantastic. Highly recommend.

April 18, 2025 at 12:59 PM

Brian Smith

@bgsmith71.bsky.social

Our latest #podcast has dropped ! Check mine and MK’s feelings on #TheAmateur and #Warfare open.spotify.com/episode/5PcJ...

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April 15, 2025 at 11:15 PM

Brian Smith

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Our latest #podcast drops tomorrow! #WarfareMovie #TheAmateur www.instagram.com/p/DIbz8Bgy30...

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April 14, 2025 at 5:51 PM

Brian Smith

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Monument Scripts is working this weekend! Are you a #screenwriter looking for professional #screenplay coverage? We have read hundreds of #screenplays for #producers, and #screenwriters. Click the link to see how we can help you improve your #screenwriting.

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April 11, 2025 at 5:58 PM

Brian Smith

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Our latest podcast drops tomorrow ! www.instagram.com/p/DIIGH8AJ-P...

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April 7, 2025 at 1:26 PM

Brian Smith

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I think it’s time to make animated remakes of classic live action films. How about an animated Casablanca? Or an animated The Godfather? Or an animated The Ten Commandments? Oh… wait… #liveactionremakes #animation #movies #animationisnotagenre

April 3, 2025 at 6:31 PM

Brian Smith

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Our latest podcast has dropped! Check out what MK and I thought of the Snow White live action remake and A24’s latest effort, Death of a Unicorn. #SnowWhiteMovie #SnowWhiteLiveAction #DeathOfAUnicorn #Disney #A24
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Snow White / Death of a Unicorn

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April 1, 2025 at 9:06 PM

Brian Smith

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Don’t make me look like this for nothing! Check out our podcast when it drops this Tuesday ! www.instagram.com/p/DH2GLwupeJ...

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March 31, 2025 at 2:33 AM

Brian Smith

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Our latest podcast has dropped! Check out what MK snd i thought of The Day the Earth Blew Up snd Black Bag #MovieReviews #animation #looneytunes open.spotify.com/episode/2E53...

The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie / Black Bag

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March 27, 2025 at 9:11 PM

Brian Smith

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Our thoughts on one of last year’s most impressive films. #animationisnotagenre #animation #screenwriting #screenwriter #screenplay #ScreenplaySecrets #herosjourney #FlowMovie

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Flow and the Art of Visual Storytelling | Monument Script Services

Imagine a screenplay without a single word of dialogue. Imagine further that screenplay telling a story so complete and compelling that it conjured up feelings of empathy and pathos that were so emoti...

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March 22, 2025 at 5:27 PM

Brian Smith

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Monument Script Services is available to cover your #screenplay! Our studio-standard #coverage will improve your #screenwriting and make you a better #screenwriter. More importantly, it will improve your #script. Click the link to see how we help #screenwriters. monumentscripts.com/screenplay-c...

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March 20, 2025 at 3:25 PM

Brian Smith

@bgsmith71.bsky.social

For my Republican friends who remember I’m a Republican and wonder why I’m anti-Trump. It’s because I’m not a hypocrite. Do you remember a time when Republicans were opposed to the government picking winners and losers? Yeah. I thought not.