Transcripts

The writer behind Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy and The Men Who Stare at Goats discusses the complexities of adaptation, and how he strives to weave together "a net of words and silence, images and music" in every script.

In this lecture, Scott Frank illustrates the importance of opening scenes, the challenges his craft encompasses and how, ultimately, "it’s all about the words". 

Acclaimed screenwriter Fellowes found success later in life, carving out his niche in British period dramas for Film and Television. His international hits include Downton Abbey and Gosford Park.

The Japanese game auteur and creator of the Metal Gear series delivered The Academy's prestigious Annual Games Lecture, sponsored by Autodesk, at BAFTA in September 2012. The host was Johnny Minkley.

BAFTA Chairman Tim Corrie's opening speech at the Orange British Academy Film Awards in 2012.

One of modern cinema’s most celebrated writers, Kaufman’s work includes surreal fantasy Being John Malkovich, cerebral sci-fi Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind and comedy drama Adaptation.

The Scottish writer is a key collaborator of director Ken Loach, with My Name Is Joe, The Wind That Shakes The Barley and Looking For Eric among their many projects together.

In this Screenwriters' Lecture, Frank Cottrell Boyce (Butterfly Kiss, Welcome to Sarajevo, 24 Hour Party People) provides an analysis of his craft.

One of the contemporary kings of non-linear narratives, Arriaga’s passion for the human condition runs through all his films, including Amores Perros, Babel and The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada.

The man behind Russell Crowe’s brilliant line “At my signal, unleash hell” in Gladiator, Logan is one of Hollywood's most prolific writers. His other credits include The Aviator, Rango and Hugo. In this lecture held at BFI Southbank on 20 September 2011, he discusses the techniques of writing for the big screen.