The Script Reader
@thescriptreader.bsky.social
I've been a professional Script Reader for over a decade. Most amateur screenplays are really bad. I'm going to help change that. (No direct messages. Bluesky Age Verification can F-off) www.scriptreaderscheatsheet.com
Yes, the Freebies are slowly trickling back onto the website (with minor design updates).
Feel free to download the PDF via the store
>>>Link in the Bio<<
#scriptsky
Feel free to download the PDF via the store
>>>Link in the Bio<<
#scriptsky
January 2, 2026 at 11:08 AM
Yes, the Freebies are slowly trickling back onto the website (with minor design updates).
Feel free to download the PDF via the store
>>>Link in the Bio<<
#scriptsky
Feel free to download the PDF via the store
>>>Link in the Bio<<
#scriptsky
January 1, 2026 at 10:56 AM
Over description. Ugh.
Figure out what we need to know, and what we don't.
Let the scene heading do some of the legwork.
Try to only list props that'll come back into play.
Focus on mood, tone, and atmosphere, rather than bullet-pointing items.
Less is more.
#scriptsky
Figure out what we need to know, and what we don't.
Let the scene heading do some of the legwork.
Try to only list props that'll come back into play.
Focus on mood, tone, and atmosphere, rather than bullet-pointing items.
Less is more.
#scriptsky
December 31, 2025 at 8:44 AM
Over description. Ugh.
Figure out what we need to know, and what we don't.
Let the scene heading do some of the legwork.
Try to only list props that'll come back into play.
Focus on mood, tone, and atmosphere, rather than bullet-pointing items.
Less is more.
#scriptsky
Figure out what we need to know, and what we don't.
Let the scene heading do some of the legwork.
Try to only list props that'll come back into play.
Focus on mood, tone, and atmosphere, rather than bullet-pointing items.
Less is more.
#scriptsky
Before adding titles, question whether is enhances the story or not #scriptsky
December 30, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Before adding titles, question whether is enhances the story or not #scriptsky
In general, I'd say focus on the story, rather than where the titles go, but yes, sometimes, an inventive title placement can be a great way to kick off a script. #scriptsky
December 30, 2025 at 10:54 AM
In general, I'd say focus on the story, rather than where the titles go, but yes, sometimes, an inventive title placement can be a great way to kick off a script. #scriptsky
Lots to learn from this aspiring writer, so appreciate the send.
To read the full script with additional line notes, find it on the blog >>>Link in the Bio<<<
#scriptsky
To read the full script with additional line notes, find it on the blog >>>Link in the Bio<<<
#scriptsky
December 29, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Lots to learn from this aspiring writer, so appreciate the send.
To read the full script with additional line notes, find it on the blog >>>Link in the Bio<<<
#scriptsky
To read the full script with additional line notes, find it on the blog >>>Link in the Bio<<<
#scriptsky
No, not all camera directions in a spec script are bad.
If they're enhancing the story, great, but usually, it's a case of a noob writer believing that they need to include these things when, realistically, the director is responsible for adding these elements during pre-production. #scriptsky
If they're enhancing the story, great, but usually, it's a case of a noob writer believing that they need to include these things when, realistically, the director is responsible for adding these elements during pre-production. #scriptsky
December 24, 2025 at 9:17 AM
No, not all camera directions in a spec script are bad.
If they're enhancing the story, great, but usually, it's a case of a noob writer believing that they need to include these things when, realistically, the director is responsible for adding these elements during pre-production. #scriptsky
If they're enhancing the story, great, but usually, it's a case of a noob writer believing that they need to include these things when, realistically, the director is responsible for adding these elements during pre-production. #scriptsky
A script that's too long is certainly more off-putting than a script that's too short.
The longer the script, the longer the read time and the bigger the budget. #scriptsky
The longer the script, the longer the read time and the bigger the budget. #scriptsky
December 23, 2025 at 7:55 AM
A script that's too long is certainly more off-putting than a script that's too short.
The longer the script, the longer the read time and the bigger the budget. #scriptsky
The longer the script, the longer the read time and the bigger the budget. #scriptsky
A bigger question is "Is the sitcom dead?" Off the top of my head, I can't think of a 2025 sitcom everyone raved about.
Maybe there's not a lot to laugh about these days 😢 #scriptsky
Maybe there's not a lot to laugh about these days 😢 #scriptsky
December 22, 2025 at 7:56 AM
A bigger question is "Is the sitcom dead?" Off the top of my head, I can't think of a 2025 sitcom everyone raved about.
Maybe there's not a lot to laugh about these days 😢 #scriptsky
Maybe there's not a lot to laugh about these days 😢 #scriptsky
Who doesn't love free-to-enter writing programs?
Now, I'm not saying it's worth joining the military just to help you break into screenwriting, but for any vets (not the animal type) with stories to tell, this one's for you. #scriptsky
Now, I'm not saying it's worth joining the military just to help you break into screenwriting, but for any vets (not the animal type) with stories to tell, this one's for you. #scriptsky
December 19, 2025 at 7:32 AM
Who doesn't love free-to-enter writing programs?
Now, I'm not saying it's worth joining the military just to help you break into screenwriting, but for any vets (not the animal type) with stories to tell, this one's for you. #scriptsky
Now, I'm not saying it's worth joining the military just to help you break into screenwriting, but for any vets (not the animal type) with stories to tell, this one's for you. #scriptsky
Bugger waiting until New Year, let's get ahead of the game right now!
The annual Achievable Screenwriting Goals Checklist is back. Go download it for FREE - scriptreaderscheatsheet.com/achievable-s...
#scriptsky
The annual Achievable Screenwriting Goals Checklist is back. Go download it for FREE - scriptreaderscheatsheet.com/achievable-s...
#scriptsky
December 18, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Bugger waiting until New Year, let's get ahead of the game right now!
The annual Achievable Screenwriting Goals Checklist is back. Go download it for FREE - scriptreaderscheatsheet.com/achievable-s...
#scriptsky
The annual Achievable Screenwriting Goals Checklist is back. Go download it for FREE - scriptreaderscheatsheet.com/achievable-s...
#scriptsky
Here's the opening pages to what I think is a short thriller.
Trying something new, so find more (easier to read) pages along with my full analysis on the blog via the new and improved website!
>>>Link in the Bio<<<
#scriptsky
Trying something new, so find more (easier to read) pages along with my full analysis on the blog via the new and improved website!
>>>Link in the Bio<<<
#scriptsky
December 17, 2025 at 8:58 AM
Here's the opening pages to what I think is a short thriller.
Trying something new, so find more (easier to read) pages along with my full analysis on the blog via the new and improved website!
>>>Link in the Bio<<<
#scriptsky
Trying something new, so find more (easier to read) pages along with my full analysis on the blog via the new and improved website!
>>>Link in the Bio<<<
#scriptsky
The whole page is pretty much a red flag (hopefully you can make it out. Sorry, the text looks really small).
One look at a script formatted this badly, and a Reader instantly knows it's a pass, which is a shame, because the story isn't all that bad.
Formatting matters. #scriptsky
One look at a script formatted this badly, and a Reader instantly knows it's a pass, which is a shame, because the story isn't all that bad.
Formatting matters. #scriptsky
December 16, 2025 at 3:12 PM
The whole page is pretty much a red flag (hopefully you can make it out. Sorry, the text looks really small).
One look at a script formatted this badly, and a Reader instantly knows it's a pass, which is a shame, because the story isn't all that bad.
Formatting matters. #scriptsky
One look at a script formatted this badly, and a Reader instantly knows it's a pass, which is a shame, because the story isn't all that bad.
Formatting matters. #scriptsky
Let's be real, cutting production costs without compromising on engagement will make a spec script more appealing because there's less financial risk.
Cutting costs can be an exercise in creativity, rather than crippling opportunities, so get thinking! #scriptsky
Cutting costs can be an exercise in creativity, rather than crippling opportunities, so get thinking! #scriptsky
December 15, 2025 at 9:10 AM
Let's be real, cutting production costs without compromising on engagement will make a spec script more appealing because there's less financial risk.
Cutting costs can be an exercise in creativity, rather than crippling opportunities, so get thinking! #scriptsky
Cutting costs can be an exercise in creativity, rather than crippling opportunities, so get thinking! #scriptsky
Screenwriters like to over-direct on the page, while actors want to bring their own interpretation to the table. So, maybe let the Director decide who does what and how. #scriptsky
December 12, 2025 at 8:16 AM
Screenwriters like to over-direct on the page, while actors want to bring their own interpretation to the table. So, maybe let the Director decide who does what and how. #scriptsky
A quick rundown on different ways to direct on the page. #scriptsky
December 12, 2025 at 8:15 AM
A quick rundown on different ways to direct on the page. #scriptsky
There's really only two reasons a spec script is memorable. It's either an exceptional idea (a brilliant opening or ending), or it's rubbish.
My best advice on this is to READ OTHER SCRIPTS. Figure out what makes other scripts bore you and learn how to avoid doing the same. #scriptsky
My best advice on this is to READ OTHER SCRIPTS. Figure out what makes other scripts bore you and learn how to avoid doing the same. #scriptsky
December 11, 2025 at 10:43 AM
There's really only two reasons a spec script is memorable. It's either an exceptional idea (a brilliant opening or ending), or it's rubbish.
My best advice on this is to READ OTHER SCRIPTS. Figure out what makes other scripts bore you and learn how to avoid doing the same. #scriptsky
My best advice on this is to READ OTHER SCRIPTS. Figure out what makes other scripts bore you and learn how to avoid doing the same. #scriptsky
There's always a buzz about the Black List selections, so thanks to users on r/screenwriting, here's where to find them and read them for FREE - scripthive.com
#scriptsky
#scriptsky
December 10, 2025 at 8:16 AM
There's always a buzz about the Black List selections, so thanks to users on r/screenwriting, here's where to find them and read them for FREE - scripthive.com
#scriptsky
#scriptsky
I'm trying to move the website, which is proving to be an absolute nightmare, so sorry, it's another repost until I get everything sorted.
Good news is, hopefully, there's going to be room for longer line notes and script feedback, so get writing! #scriptsky
Good news is, hopefully, there's going to be room for longer line notes and script feedback, so get writing! #scriptsky
December 9, 2025 at 9:11 AM
I'm trying to move the website, which is proving to be an absolute nightmare, so sorry, it's another repost until I get everything sorted.
Good news is, hopefully, there's going to be room for longer line notes and script feedback, so get writing! #scriptsky
Good news is, hopefully, there's going to be room for longer line notes and script feedback, so get writing! #scriptsky
@pitchmyproject.comThere are rare occasions when announcing action works, but in most cases, it can be classed as redundant prose.
Why waste time telling us something twice, right? #scriptsky
Why waste time telling us something twice, right? #scriptsky
December 8, 2025 at 8:42 AM
@pitchmyproject.comThere are rare occasions when announcing action works, but in most cases, it can be classed as redundant prose.
Why waste time telling us something twice, right? #scriptsky
Why waste time telling us something twice, right? #scriptsky
If you want to impress with your writing, learning the basics is bare minimum stuff. #scriptsky
December 6, 2025 at 8:42 AM
If you want to impress with your writing, learning the basics is bare minimum stuff. #scriptsky
Not ending a sentence with a period is probably my number one pet peeve right now.
Surely they still teach this in school, right? #scriptsky
Surely they still teach this in school, right? #scriptsky
December 6, 2025 at 8:41 AM
Not ending a sentence with a period is probably my number one pet peeve right now.
Surely they still teach this in school, right? #scriptsky
Surely they still teach this in school, right? #scriptsky
Some quick line notes for you (wasn't quick for me, lol).
Ultimately, it’s the shoddy English that lets the piece down. Good news is, that’s easily fixable. #scriptsky
If you’d like Instagram line notes on your script, send it in PDF form to scriptreaderscheatsheet@gmail.com.
Ultimately, it’s the shoddy English that lets the piece down. Good news is, that’s easily fixable. #scriptsky
If you’d like Instagram line notes on your script, send it in PDF form to scriptreaderscheatsheet@gmail.com.
December 5, 2025 at 9:37 AM
Some quick line notes for you (wasn't quick for me, lol).
Ultimately, it’s the shoddy English that lets the piece down. Good news is, that’s easily fixable. #scriptsky
If you’d like Instagram line notes on your script, send it in PDF form to scriptreaderscheatsheet@gmail.com.
Ultimately, it’s the shoddy English that lets the piece down. Good news is, that’s easily fixable. #scriptsky
If you’d like Instagram line notes on your script, send it in PDF form to scriptreaderscheatsheet@gmail.com.
Dunno about anyone else, but while I agree with this advice, I find that if you take a break from writing, it's soooo hard to get back into it.
In other words, never stop writing!
#scriptsky
In other words, never stop writing!
#scriptsky
December 4, 2025 at 8:06 AM
Dunno about anyone else, but while I agree with this advice, I find that if you take a break from writing, it's soooo hard to get back into it.
In other words, never stop writing!
#scriptsky
In other words, never stop writing!
#scriptsky
In preparation for a new screenwriting year full of finished scripts and submissions, go download this fillable development tracker sheet that's in the (soon-to-be-revised) Freebie section of the website.
>>>Link in the Bio<<<
#scriptsky
>>>Link in the Bio<<<
#scriptsky
December 3, 2025 at 8:24 AM
In preparation for a new screenwriting year full of finished scripts and submissions, go download this fillable development tracker sheet that's in the (soon-to-be-revised) Freebie section of the website.
>>>Link in the Bio<<<
#scriptsky
>>>Link in the Bio<<<
#scriptsky