In Dialogue with Jaclyn Whitt on Faith-Based Screenwriting

Jaclyn Whitt is a screenwriter, specializing in the Family Friendly and Faith-based genres. Whether the subject matter calls for comedy or drama, Jaclyn has always preferred to tell stories in script form (she has this in common with Hersh!). She received accolades on the uniqueness of her characters and their voices, as well as the complex dynamics of their relationships. Dialogue is her strength and she loves to tighten your script or offer suggestions of how to approach complex issues and scenarios.

Website https://www.faffassociation.com/

(0:00) Introduction to faith-based content (0:53) Introduction of guest Jaclyn Whitt (3:47) Hersh Rephun's background in screenwriting (5:53) Importance of respecting values in storytelling (10:49) Teaching various genres within family and faith-based content (17:32) The impact of faith-based films (21:51) The influence of inspirational true stories (28:10) The 10 commandments as a storytelling framework (32:00) The concept of book-to-screen adaptations and its benefits for authors (45:00) Final thoughts and encouragement for aspiring screenwriters