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Tales from the Script

Tales from the Script

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Tales from the Script
2009 1h 45m6.5

Tales from the Script

“Hollywood screenwriters finally get the last word.”

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Shane Black ("Lethal Weapon"), John Carpenter ("Halloween"), Frank Darabont ("The Shawshank Redemption"), William Goldman ("The Princess Bride"), Paul Schrader ("Taxi Driver"), and dozens of other Hollywood screenwriters share hilarious anecdotes and penetrating insights in "Tales from the Script," the most comprehensive documentary ever made about screenwriting. By analyzing their triumphs and recalling their failures, the participants explain how successful writers develop the skills necessary for toughing out careers in one of the world's most competitive industries. They also reveal the untold stories behind some of the greatest screenplays ever written, describing their adventures with luminaries including Harrison Ford, Stanley Kubrick, Joel Silver, Martin Scorsese, and Steven Spielberg. The film was produced in tandem with the upcoming HarperCollins book of the same name.

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DirectorPeter Hanson
ScreenplayPeter Hanson, Paul Robert Herman
StatusReleased
ReleasedJanuary 10, 2009
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime1h 45m
BudgetN/A
RevenueN/A
Rating⭐ 6.5 / 10
IMDb⭐ 7.1 / 10
Votes42
GenresDocumentary
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John Carpenter

John Carpenter

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Frank Darabont

Frank Darabont

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Steven E. de Souza

Steven E. de Souza

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Antwone Fisher

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William Goldman

William Goldman

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Guinevere Turner

Guinevere Turner

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Jose Rivera

Jose Rivera

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Melville Shavelson

Melville Shavelson

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Justin Zackham

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Allison Anders

Allison Anders

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Doug Atchison

Doug Atchison

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John August

John August

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Shane Black

Shane Black

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John Brancato

John Brancato

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Larry Cohen

Larry Cohen

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Gerald Di Pego

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Mark Fergus

Mark Fergus

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Naomi Foner

Naomi Foner

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Joe Forte

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Josh Friedman

Josh Friedman

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Mick Garris

Mick Garris

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Peter Hyams

Peter Hyams

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Michael January

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Steve Koren

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Jonathan Lemkin

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Andrew W. Marlowe

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Mark O'Keefe

Mark O'Keefe

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Zak Penn

Zak Penn

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Billy Ray

Billy Ray

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Adam Rifkin

Adam Rifkin

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Mark Rosenthal

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Bruce Joel Rubin

Bruce Joel Rubin

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Richard Rush

Richard Rush

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Ron Shelton

Ron Shelton

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Ronald Shusett

Ronald Shusett

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Stephen Susco

Stephen Susco

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Kriss Turner

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David S. Ward

David S. Ward

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James L. White

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Paul Schrader

Paul Schrader

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tales from the Script

Where can I watch Tales from the Script?

Tales from the Script (2009) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is Tales from the Script about?

Shane Black ("Lethal Weapon"), John Carpenter ("Halloween"), Frank Darabont ("The Shawshank Redemption"), William Goldman ("The Princess Bride"), Paul Schrader ("Taxi Driver"), and dozens of other Hollywood screenwriters share hilarious anecdotes and penetrating insights in...

Who directed Tales from the Script?

Tales from the Script (2009) was directed by Peter Hanson. The film is a Documentary production with a runtime of 1h 45m, rated 6.5/10.

How long is Tales from the Script?

Tales from the Script runs 1h 45m (105 minutes total). Audience rating: 6.5/10 from 42 votes. Genre: Documentary.

Is Tales from the Script worth watching?

Tales from the Script is rated 6.5/10 by 42 viewers — decent with mixed reception. A good pick for Documentary fans.