Episode 1: Screenwriting 101: A new approach to screenwriting

Welcome to the first episode of The Go Draft: Elevate your screenwriting to another level

The Go Draft is a masterclass series with veteran Hollywood screenwriter, Andy Guerdat.

In each episode, Andy will break down the proven techniques that he uses and has used for 45 years of writing in the industry.

If you are currently a staff writer, a screenwriting student, or just someone who wants to break into screenwriting then this series is for you. Learn how to take the writing skills you may already possess and elevate them to start getting paid within the industry for your work.

[grimscriven]

"The world doesn't need more screenwriters, it needs better movies." Someone finally said it. 😮‍💨

[randomspirit]

At last, the teacher I've been searching for: No nonsense, tell it like it is, no sugar coating! Can't wait to watch more! Thank you!!!

[hannibalbarko]

"The Emotion manufacturing and distribution industry" 👏🤝👍

[kaitnip]

The difference between efficient and effective storytelling was what most impressed me. Not that I didn't know it, but your way of telling the story resonates with me and makes it all the more striking.
My daughter says Paw Patrol rules :)

[MaxKatie-exte]

Former student here, so excited for this channel! Thank you for doing this.

[amsterdamshusi]

Film Courage sent me here! Thanks for the videos and thanks a LOT for the subtitles!

[danediesel]

Your approach in the first 24 seconds of this video speaks for itself.

In less than 30 seconds you spoke with awareness on some of the questions so many of us have.


I recognise a mentor.

[dijonstreak]

best. EVER. !! clear..NO bullshit...nothing to sell...just sharing a very humanistic approach to screenwriting....thank. YOU. SO much. a huge eye-opener !!!

[summerdeep]

Cogent, down to earth advice from someone who knows. Forget the form, it's the effect on the viewer that's important. Can't wait to see more!

[rne]

Can’t contain my excitement for this series 🔥🔥🔥

[Msj]

Woah. Goldmine! Thank you for this public service Sir.

[NGDwrites]

Very cool that you're putting this material out there, Andy. I think it's gonna help a lot of writers.

[ellendurkee]

Thanks for this. I'm a beginner at screenwriting, this has been very helpful. Great content.

[Denvercoder]

These videos are AMAZING! I created a playlist with all 12 of them and I’ve listened to them several times already.

[camilogarcia]

thank you for doing this. i needed someone to put my feet on the ground.

[princejaman]

Very much appreciate this slow and one to one talking method. lucky to find this and subscribed to it.

[JT_]

To write organically I must first master the language! A person who’s vocabulary is greater than another’s is far greater at expressing themselves, I guess that also applies here. Great introduction to the channel, very entertaining… you’re a great teacher.

[metronomeblues]

Great content Andy, thank you. I'm a newbie, very much still learning but love your organic approach to structure that helps avoid formulaic writing. Cheers!

[theotherescobar]

This is amazing! I will be following your channel as I delve into the world of screenwriting and filmmaking. Just got back from helping to film a documentary and look forward to doing more narrative work.

[cole]

Whether is porn or poetry the point is to feel something

Alright I’m sold