Matt Curtis Slater
@mattcswriter.bsky.social
Creative soul who writes emotionally raw features and shorts love, loss, and everything in between.
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Just learned my short films, AFTERGLOW and THE ENTRAPMENT are second rounders at the Austin Film Festival. Congratulations to everyone who advanced, my thoughts to those who didn’t (everything is subjective) and to those waiting with hope for a semifinalist placement #AFF #ScriptSky
Oh man, not James Van Der Beek. I was only thinking of Dawson's Creek yesterday.
February 12, 2026 at 1:52 AM
Oh man, not James Van Der Beek. I was only thinking of Dawson's Creek yesterday.
I took a quick walk to soften this loud mind of mine… turns out I’ve been walking for an hour and I’m lost 🤓… but at least I worked out a scene in my head? #ScriptSky #Writerproblems
February 10, 2026 at 12:48 AM
I took a quick walk to soften this loud mind of mine… turns out I’ve been walking for an hour and I’m lost 🤓… but at least I worked out a scene in my head? #ScriptSky #Writerproblems
Some of your best writing happens when you push through the haze of not wanting to write. #ScriptSky
February 7, 2026 at 2:11 AM
Some of your best writing happens when you push through the haze of not wanting to write. #ScriptSky
There’s nothing like fresh eyes on an old project. It’s a humbling and nostalgic shedding of what was and what could be. #ScriptSky
February 6, 2026 at 10:34 PM
There’s nothing like fresh eyes on an old project. It’s a humbling and nostalgic shedding of what was and what could be. #ScriptSky
I swear I must look like this in public when I’m writing in my head. #ScriptSky
a woman is surrounded by mathematical equations and the word trendizisst is on the bottom left
ALT: a woman is surrounded by mathematical equations and the word trendizisst is on the bottom left
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February 3, 2026 at 2:01 AM
I swear I must look like this in public when I’m writing in my head. #ScriptSky
This one hurts. Rest In Peace, Catherine O’Hara.
January 30, 2026 at 10:49 PM
This one hurts. Rest In Peace, Catherine O’Hara.
I am offended. #ScriptSky
Fellow writers: I am deeply saddened to share that if we want the rewards of having written, we must submit to the mortifying ordeal of writing
January 30, 2026 at 9:11 AM
I am offended. #ScriptSky
When you're trying to fit a sentence on one line and you're a single character off. #ScriptSky
a cartoon of donald duck with the words " do you want to fight lets get it on then "
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January 29, 2026 at 1:58 AM
When you're trying to fit a sentence on one line and you're a single character off. #ScriptSky
Yes, there's been multiple shark attacks in Sydney due to a clusterfuck of precise conditions... but CULLING SHARKS IS NOT THE FUCKING ANSWER. Every person who enters the water knows there's always a chance it could happen. We need more funding for drones and other patrol methods, not more death.
January 23, 2026 at 2:51 AM
Yes, there's been multiple shark attacks in Sydney due to a clusterfuck of precise conditions... but CULLING SHARKS IS NOT THE FUCKING ANSWER. Every person who enters the water knows there's always a chance it could happen. We need more funding for drones and other patrol methods, not more death.
A hard truth about this industry (or any really) is most people won’t stand for what they stand for if it means risking their success or opportunity unless it impacts them directly. #ScriptSky
January 22, 2026 at 11:39 PM
A hard truth about this industry (or any really) is most people won’t stand for what they stand for if it means risking their success or opportunity unless it impacts them directly. #ScriptSky
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I've had the pleasure of reading this pilot. At the time I described it as Challengers but wet. There's only a handful of shows that made me immediately want to watch the next ep and Threestyle would be up there with them.
If you're wanting a Heated Rivalry style hit, this is the one to chase.
If you're wanting a Heated Rivalry style hit, this is the one to chase.
Any execs out there or know anyone looking for their own Heated Rivalry magic? I have a swimmer-centric pilot about a closeted swimmer you might just fall in love with 😉 #ScriptSky
January 21, 2026 at 1:59 PM
I've had the pleasure of reading this pilot. At the time I described it as Challengers but wet. There's only a handful of shows that made me immediately want to watch the next ep and Threestyle would be up there with them.
If you're wanting a Heated Rivalry style hit, this is the one to chase.
If you're wanting a Heated Rivalry style hit, this is the one to chase.
Any execs out there or know anyone looking for their own Heated Rivalry magic? I have a swimmer-centric pilot about a closeted swimmer you might just fall in love with 😉 #ScriptSky
January 20, 2026 at 11:46 PM
Any execs out there or know anyone looking for their own Heated Rivalry magic? I have a swimmer-centric pilot about a closeted swimmer you might just fall in love with 😉 #ScriptSky
Way to go! I'm 800 pages into procrastination. #ScriptSky
January 14, 2026 at 7:48 AM
Way to go! I'm 800 pages into procrastination. #ScriptSky
Any neurodivergent writers out there? I'm curious to hear what your armour is when it comes to focusing on a single project, staying in it etc #ScriptSky
January 9, 2026 at 12:08 PM
Any neurodivergent writers out there? I'm curious to hear what your armour is when it comes to focusing on a single project, staying in it etc #ScriptSky
This somewhat restores my faith in love winning in the end. Donate if you can.
Here is the fundraiser for Renee Good’s wife and son, from a very trusted source.
Donate to Support for Renee Good’s wife and son, organized by Mattie Weiss
Please support the wife and son of Renee Good as they grapple with the devastating … Mattie Weiss needs your support for Support for Renee Good’s wife and son
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January 9, 2026 at 2:37 AM
This somewhat restores my faith in love winning in the end. Donate if you can.
Now do the US, Canada, Australia etc so screenwriters have to come/return here 😏😂 #ScriptSky
BREAKING: The United Kingdom is considering banning X, per the Telegraph
January 9, 2026 at 1:32 AM
Now do the US, Canada, Australia etc so screenwriters have to come/return here 😏😂 #ScriptSky
Proud of myself. I actually said no to someone who I knew would be annoyed by it, but this is the year of no more yes-man reactions, the year of healing.
January 8, 2026 at 2:56 AM
Proud of myself. I actually said no to someone who I knew would be annoyed by it, but this is the year of no more yes-man reactions, the year of healing.
Seeing all the reactions to Heated Rivalry is beyond healing for this late 90s teenager who was bullied like hell for being gay long before I discovered it for myself.... Wwatching straight men, women, couples etc investing in a love story about gay men... it warms my heart. #ScriptSky
January 5, 2026 at 3:30 AM
Seeing all the reactions to Heated Rivalry is beyond healing for this late 90s teenager who was bullied like hell for being gay long before I discovered it for myself.... Wwatching straight men, women, couples etc investing in a love story about gay men... it warms my heart. #ScriptSky
It's beautiful to see Heated Rivalry's success. Not only because it's crafted so well, but also because at least now I won't be told by a Blacklist reader that my pilot about a closeted male swimmer entering a male-male-female relationship won't work unless it's two women and a man. #ScriptSky
January 4, 2026 at 2:59 AM
It's beautiful to see Heated Rivalry's success. Not only because it's crafted so well, but also because at least now I won't be told by a Blacklist reader that my pilot about a closeted male swimmer entering a male-male-female relationship won't work unless it's two women and a man. #ScriptSky
Neurodivergence and procrastination make one hell of a combination for a writer… you’re constantly bouncing between hyperfocus and complete disinterest in a project on a sensory level. It’s more complex than a lack of discipline, dedication or passion, and no one understands it. #ScriptSky
January 2, 2026 at 3:50 AM
Neurodivergence and procrastination make one hell of a combination for a writer… you’re constantly bouncing between hyperfocus and complete disinterest in a project on a sensory level. It’s more complex than a lack of discipline, dedication or passion, and no one understands it. #ScriptSky
Happy New Year, fellow writers! May your words flow and your stories come to life in 2026. #ScriptSky
January 1, 2026 at 3:13 AM
Happy New Year, fellow writers! May your words flow and your stories come to life in 2026. #ScriptSky
Currently converting a horror short into a feature... wish me luck. #ScriptSky
December 31, 2025 at 2:21 AM
Currently converting a horror short into a feature... wish me luck. #ScriptSky
Alright, time to binge Heated Rivalry now that the whole season is out. #HeatedRivalry
December 29, 2025 at 2:53 AM
Alright, time to binge Heated Rivalry now that the whole season is out. #HeatedRivalry
It makes my heart happy seeing how many straight people and couples are watching Heated Rivalry. It gives me hope that my stories will see the light of day. #ScriptSky
December 26, 2025 at 12:45 PM
It makes my heart happy seeing how many straight people and couples are watching Heated Rivalry. It gives me hope that my stories will see the light of day. #ScriptSky
Merry Christmas to all who celebrate!
December 24, 2025 at 11:16 PM
Merry Christmas to all who celebrate!