Striking Hollywood writers are finding ways to keep their creativity flowing and support each other during the ongoing Writers Guild of America strike. Screenwriter Ed Solomon, known for films like “Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure” and “Men in Black,” has organized a series of free Zoom workshops called Word by Word. The workshops, in partnership with the Black List platform, feature renowned screenwriters discussing various aspects of the craft. The sessions have attracted a growing audience and aim to foster a sense of community while raising funds for those affected by the strike.
Striking Hollywood Writers Look to Raise Spirits and Funds
During the ongoing Writers Guild of America strike, Hollywood screenwriters are finding ways to keep their creative juices flowing and support each other. Screenwriter Ed Solomon, known for his work on films like “Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure” and “Men in Black,” has organized a series of free Zoom workshops called Word by Word. In partnership with the Black List platform, the workshops feature renowned screenwriters discussing various aspects of the writing process. These workshops aim to foster a sense of community and raise funds to help those adversely affected by the strike. Despite the strike, these sessions have gained popularity, with over 1,000 viewers joining a recent Zoom session.
Creating a Sense of Community and Support
Word by Word workshops offer a unique opportunity for writers to learn from some of the best film and television writers in Hollywood. The workshops cover a wide range of topics related to the craft of writing, including fear, failure, and outlining. These sessions provide a platform for open and candid conversations about the agonies and ecstasies of the writing process. By offering these workshops for free, Ed Solomon aims to create a sense of community and support among writers during the strike. The workshops have become a valuable resource for writers looking to keep pushing themselves and challenging their creativity.
Additionally, the Word by Word workshops serve as a fundraising initiative to help those affected by the strike. By offering the sessions for free, Solomon encourages participants to donate to support fellow writers who may be facing financial hardships due to the strike. This dual purpose of fostering a sense of community and raising funds showcases the solidarity among Hollywood writers during this challenging time.
