Script to Scream: The Horror Screenwriting Podcast

Will Whiting & Lee Bentley
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  • TV & Film
  • Updated fortnightly

Welcome to the Script to Scream Podcast, where we delve into the spine-tingling world of horror cinema. Each episode we look at the scariest scenes, unmask the deeper meanings behind your favourite horror films, and explore the psychology of fear that keeps us coming back for more. From script analysis to scene breakdowns we’ dissect your favourite horror movies to see what makes them tick. So whether you're a seasoned horror aficionado or just starting to explore the genre, join us as we unravel the spine-tingling stories that haunt the silver screen.

  1. 24 Aug

    Malignant (2021) - Why Akela Cooper's writing style is so accessible and the techniques other writers can use

    In this episode of script to scream we take a deep dive into James Wan's 2021 film Malignant!! We discuss what makes Cooper's writing style so accessible, some of the gender confusion present in this early draft, the themes, the most effective scares, some of the best dialogue, what we learned from the script and lastly discuss some of the techniques employed by Cooper which writers can use in their own work. If you enjoy the episode please like, follow and rate us, and if you feel especially generous we'd love you to give us a review or share with a friend!! You can reach us via our website www.scripttoscreampodcast.com Make suggestions on what films you would like us to cover, ask questions about the horror genre or throw us any questions you have about screenwriting. We offer professional feedback on scripts and collaborative pitch deck creation. For more information pop to the 'Script Reading' page of our website. We are on Facebook and Bluesky so please feel free to follow, like and reach out there. Our episodes also go up on Youtube so if you prefer to get your pods there we would love to see you. Please feel free to like and subscribe and hit the notification button to get notified of new episodes. Take care, and keep writing those scares!!!

    Malignant (2021) - Why Akela Cooper's writing style is so accessible and the techniques other writers can use

  2. 10 Aug

    A Nightmare on Elm Street: Original vs Remake Face Off - Themes, Structure, Pacing and Tips for Writing a Horror Franchise

    In this episode of Script to Scream we have our season 4 Original vs Remake Face Off, where we compare the screenplays and the films of one of the most beloved horror franchises. We breakdown and compare the screenplays and films, looking deeply at elements of each before making our choices on which we thought was best. Categories for our screenplay analysis include Visual Style and Presentation, Structure and Pacing, Themes and Subtext and Dialogue. Categories for our film analysis include Direction, Cinematography and Visual Style, Acting and Performances, Sound Design and Score, Kills, Scares and Fear Factor, Best Freddy and a comparison of each of act of the film's three act structure. This week is a real deep dive with a wealth of information and tips for both screenwriters and filmmakers, giving you things to consider when developing your own horror franchise. If you enjoy the episode please like, follow and rate us, and if you feel especially generous we'd love you to give us a review or share with a friend!! You can reach us via our website www.scripttoscreampodcast.com Make suggestions on what films you would like us to cover, ask questions about the horror genre or throw us any questions you have about screenwriting. We offer professional feedback on scripts and collaborative pitch deck creation. For more information pop to the 'Script Reading' page of our website. We are on Facebook and Bluesky so please feel free to follow, like and reach out there. Our episodes also go up on Youtube so if you prefer to get your pods there we would love to see you. Please feel free to like and subscribe and hit the notification button to get notified of new episodes. Take care, and keep writing those scares!!!

    A Nightmare on Elm Street: Original vs Remake Face Off - Themes, Structure, Pacing and Tips for Writing a Horror Franchise

  3. 27 Jul

    A Nightmare on Elm Street (2010) - Does the remake of Craven's 80s slasher classic flourish or flounder?

    Part two of our season four Face-off!!! This week we delve into the remake of Wes Craven's 80s slasher classic A Nightmare on Elm Street and dissect whether it lives up to the promise or struggles under the weight of an immense horror IP. If you enjoy the episode please like, follow and rate us, and if you feel especially generous we'd love you to give us a review or share with a friend!! You can reach us via our website www.scripttoscreampodcast.com Make suggestions on what films you would like us to cover, ask questions about the horror genre or throw us any questions you have about screenwriting. We offer professional feedback on scripts and collaborative pitch deck creation. For more information pop to the 'Script Reading' page of our website. We are on Facebook and Bluesky so please feel free to follow, like and reach out there. Our episodes also go up on Youtube so if you prefer to get your pods there we would love to see you. Please feel free to like and subscribe and hit the notification button to get notified of new episodes. Take care, and keep writing those scares!!!

    A Nightmare on Elm Street (2010) - Does the remake of Craven's 80s slasher classic flourish or flounder?

  4. 13 Jul

    A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) - Screenplay, themes and scares. How Wes Craven created Freddy Krueger

    This week on Script to Scream we delve into the nightmarish world of one Freddy Krueger, as we deep dive into Wes Cravens horror classic - A Nightmare on Elm Street!! Listen in as we compare the movie to Was Craven's script, and hear our takes on both the film and the screenplay. If you enjoy the episode please like, follow and rate us, and if you feel especially generous we'd love you to give us a review or share with a friend!! You can reach us via our website www.scripttoscreampodcast.com Make suggestions on what films you would like us to cover, ask questions about the horror genre or throw us any questions you have about screenwriting. We offer professional feedback on scripts and collaborative pitch deck creation. For more information pop to the 'Script Reading' page of our website. We are on Facebook and Bluesky so please feel free to follow, like and reach out there. Our episodes also go up on Youtube so if you prefer to get your pods there we would love to see you. Please feel free to like and subscribe and hit the notification button to get notified of new episodes. Take care, and keep writing those scares!!!

    A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) - Screenplay, themes and scares. How Wes Craven created Freddy Krueger

  5. 29 Jun

    Buffy The Vampire Slayer (1997) - Why Welcome to Hellmouth Changed Horror TV Forever

    In this episode we take a deep dive into the first episode of the seminal gateway horror series from Joss Weedon that changed horror TV forever. Yes horror fans, it's episode one of the 90s classic series - Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Welcome to Hellmouth. If you enjoy the episode please like, follow and rate us, and if you feel especially generous we'd love you to give us a review or share with a friend!! You can reach us via our website www.scripttoscreampodcast.com Make suggestions on what films you would like us to cover, ask questions about the horror genre or throw us any questions you have about screenwriting. We offer professional feedback on scripts and collaborative pitch deck creation. For more information pop to the 'Script Reading' page of our website. We are on Facebook and Bluesky so please feel free to follow, like and reach out there. Our episodes also go up on Youtube so if you prefer to get your pods there we would love to see you. Please feel free to like and subscribe and hit the notification button to get notified of new episodes. Take care, and keep writing those scares!!!

    Buffy The Vampire Slayer (1997) - Why Welcome to Hellmouth Changed Horror TV Forever

  6. 15 Jun

    Obsession (2026) - Does Curry Barker's low budget smash live up to the hype??

    In this episode of Scrip to Scream we dissect Curry Barker's low budget smash - Obsession!! Is the film worthy of the hype?? Listen in as we deep dive into the film and Curry Barker's thematically rich script and explore how he created the latest horror sensation. If you enjoy the episode please like, follow and rate us, and if you feel especially generous we'd love you to give us a review or share with a friend!! You can reach us via our website www.scripttoscreampodcast.com Make suggestions on what films you would like us to cover, ask questions about the horror genre or throw us any questions you have about screenwriting. We offer professional feedback on scripts and collaborative pitch deck creation. For more information pop to the 'Script Reading' page of our website. We are on Facebook and Bluesky so please feel free to follow, like and reach out there. Our episodes also go up on Youtube so if you prefer to get your pods there we would love to see you. Please feel free to like and subscribe and hit the notification button to get notified of new episodes. Take care, and keep writing those scares!!!

    Obsession (2026) - Does Curry Barker's low budget smash live up to the hype??

  7. 1 Jun

    The Invisible Man (2020) - Gaslighting, Abuse and Modern Horror Done Right

    The this episode of Script to Scream, we take a deep dive into Leigh Whannell's fantastic remake of the Universal horror classic The Invisible Man. Boasting a stellar script and a power house central performance from Elizabeth Moss, this remake is rich in subtext, emotion and scares. If you enjoy the episode please like, follow and rate us, and if you feel especially generous we'd love you to give us a review or share with a friend!! You can reach us via our website www.scripttoscreampodcast.com Make suggestions on what films you would like us to cover, ask questions about the horror genre or throw us any questions you have about screenwriting. We offer professional feedback on scripts and collaborative pitch deck creation. For more information pop to the 'Script Reading' page of our website. We are on Facebook and Bluesky so please feel free to follow, like and reach out there. Our episodes also go up on Youtube so if you prefer to get your pods there we would love to see you. Please feel free to like and subscribe and hit the notification button to get notified of new episodes. Take care, and keep writing those scares!!!

    The Invisible Man (2020) - Gaslighting, Abuse and Modern Horror Done Right

  8. 18 May

    The Mist (2007) - Frank Darabont's Darkest Stephen King Adaptation

    It's season four of Script to Scream, and to kick things off we take another deep dive into a film written and directed by one of our favourites - Frank Darabont. This time Darabont adapts The Mist, a novella written by legendary horror novelist Stephen King!! Darabont takes King's source material, makes it his own and adds something unforgettably harrowing and intensely dark. Easily Darabont's darkest King adaptation and one of Lee's favourite horror movie endings!! If you enjoy the episode please like, follow and rate us, and if you feel especially generous we'd love you to give us a review or share with a friend!! You can reach us via our website www.scripttoscreampodcast.com Make suggestions on what films you would like us to cover, ask questions about the horror genre or throw us any questions you have about screenwriting. We offer professional feedback on scripts and collaborative pitch deck creation. For more information pop to the 'Script Reading' page of our website. We are on Facebook and Bluesky so please feel free to follow, like and reach out there. Our episodes also go up on Youtube so if you prefer to get your pods there we would love to see you. Please feel free to like and subscribe and hit the notification button to get notified of new episodes. Take care, and keep writing those scares!!!

    The Mist (2007) - Frank Darabont's Darkest Stephen King Adaptation
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Welcome to the Script to Scream Podcast, where we delve into the spine-tingling world of horror cinema. Each episode we look at the scariest scenes, unmask the deeper meanings behind your favourite horror films, and explore the psychology of fear that keeps us coming back for more. From script analysis to scene breakdowns we’ dissect your favourite horror movies to see what makes them tick. So whether you're a seasoned horror aficionado or just starting to explore the genre, join us as we unravel the spine-tingling stories that haunt the silver screen.

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