PlotPoints Podcast

By Mark Sevi

Mark Sevi, a professional scriptwriter, with a motley crew of professional filmmakers, students and oddballs, talks about show business with an emphasis on writing and scriptwriting techniques and tip... more

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PlotPoints Podcast episodes:

March 07, 2025 Plotpoints Podcast Episode 304, 2025.03.07
SCRIPTWRITING TALK AND MORE!
Welcome To Plotpoints Podcast!
Mark Sevi and Guests
Show Notes March 07, 2025 Episode #304
This is Plotpoints Podcast! www.plotpoints.com
GO HERE FOR INFO ON SCRIPTWRITING
CLASSES and SEMINARS
SHAMELESS PROMOS:

Final Draft – Articles by Mark Sevi for Final Draft
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A Scriptwriting Manual for All Writers!
On AMAZON
SHOW DETAILS
00:00:00 INTRO
Podcast theme music by Mark Sevi, Interstitial Music by Maxko
00:00:00 USELESS CHATTER!
Seminars and Classes
00:2:00 WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN WATCHING?
#mo #monarchoftheglen #centerseat #startrek
00:04:00 GENE HACKMAN RIP
#frenchconnection #conversation #nowayout #unforgiven #getshorty #birdcage
00:06:00 WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN WORKING ON?
#script #article #classes #newscript
00:09:00 THE BUSINESS OF HOLLYWOOD
00:15:00 THE SUBSTANCE
#demimoore #claudiafargeat
00:17:00 WRITERS QUOTE
Write Truthfully in Imaginary Circumstances— Mark Sevi
00:18:00 BUH BYE
<img decoding="async" class="wp-image-7532 aligncenter" data-tf-not-load src="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/scriptwriting_classes_logo-.png" alt="marks sevi's scriptwriting classes" width="341" height="184" />
Need a Writing Class? For info go to www.scriptwritingclasses.org
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#ocscreenwriters @ocscreenwriters
www.ocscreenwriters.com – by writers for writers. Be Inspired, Do Good Work!
QUESTIONS?… Read the rest
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19min
February 21, 2025 Plotpoints Podcast Episode 303, 2025.02.21
SCRIPTWRITING TALK AND MORE!
Welcome To Plotpoints Podcast!
Mark Sevi and Guests
Show Notes February 21, 2025 Episode #303
This is Plotpoints Podcast! www.plotpoints.com
GO HERE FOR INFO ON SCRIPTWRITING
CLASSES and SEMINARS
SHAMELESS PROMOS:

Final Draft – Articles by Mark Sevi for Final Draft
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A Scriptwriting Manual for All Writers!
On AMAZON
SHOW DETAILS
00:00:00 INTRO
Podcast theme music by Mark Sevi, Interstitial Music by Maxko
Mark is Joined by Writer Chris Stires
Chris’ bio at end of show notes
00:00:00 USELESS CHATTER!
Seminars and Classes
00:4:00 WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN WATCHING?
#pitchblack #aleagueoftheirown #fallingskies #anora #arcane #conclave
00:06:00 WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN WORKING ON?
#creaturefeature #script #article #classes #newscript
00:10:00 TOP 5 CIVIL RIGHTS THEMED MOVIES
#lincoln #42 #munich #rememberthetitans #hiddenfigures
Chris
#hiddenfigures #greenbook #greatdebaters #rememberthetitans #thehateugive
Mark
00:00:14 OSCAR(r) PREDICTIONS
Chris / Mark
Best Picture: Wicked / Conclave
Best Actor: Ralph Fiennes / Timothy Chalament
Best Actress: Demi Moore / Mikey Madison
Best Original Script: September 5th / The Brutalist
Best Adapted Screenplay: Conclave / Conclave
00:16:00 WRITERS QUOTE
Start writing, no matter what.… Read the rest
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19min
February 07, 2025 Plotpoints Podcast Episode 302, 2025.02.07
SCRIPTWRITING TALK AND MORE!
Welcome To Plotpoints Podcast!
Mark Sevi and Guests
Show Notes February 7, 2025 Episode #302
This is Plotpoints Podcast! www.plotpoints.com
GO HERE FOR INFO ON SCRIPTWRITING
CLASSES and SEMINARS
SHAMELESS PROMOS:

Final Draft – Articles by Mark Sevi for Final Draft
<img decoding="async" class="wp-image-7513 aligncenter" data-tf-not-load src="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03.png" alt="" width="396" height="77" srcset="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03.png 581w, https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03-300x58.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 396px) 100vw, 396px" />
A Scriptwriting Manual for All Writers!
On AMAZON
SHOW DETAILS
00:00:00 INTRO
Podcast theme music by Mark Sevi, Interstitial Music by Maxko
Mark is Joined by Writer Chris Stires
Chris’ bio at end of show notes
00:00:00 USELESS CHATTER!
Seminars and Classes
00:2:00 WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN WATCHING?
#montywalsh #paradise #huntingparty #americanprimeval
00:05:00 WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN WORKING ON?
#creaturefeature #script #article #classes
00:10:00 TOP 5 HIGH SCHOOL MOVIES
#superbad #21jumpstreet #easya #fridaynightlights #brick
Chris
#thehateyougive #edgeof17 #wordsonabathroomwall #sexeducation #easya
Mark
00:15:00 WRITERS QUOTE
A lot of my ideas were crap, but bad ideas help get the ball rolling too. And bad ideas lead to better ideas.… Read the rest
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18min
January 24, 2025 Plotpoints Podcast Episode 301, 2025.01.24
SCRIPTWRITING TALK AND MORE!
Welcome To Plotpoints Podcast!
Mark Sevi and Guests
Show Notes January 24, 2025 Episode #301
This is Plotpoints Podcast! www.plotpoints.com
GO HERE FOR INFO ON SCRIPTWRITING
CLASSES and SEMINARS
SHAMELESS PROMOS:

Final Draft – Articles by Mark Sevi for Final Draft
<img decoding="async" class="wp-image-7513 aligncenter" data-tf-not-load src="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03.png" alt="" width="396" height="77" srcset="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03.png 581w, https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03-300x58.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 396px) 100vw, 396px" />
A Scriptwriting Manual for All Writers!
On AMAZON
SHOW DETAILS
00:00:00 INTRO
Podcast theme music by Mark Sevi, Interstitial Music by Maxko
Mark is Joined by
Mary Claire Van Kempen
and Toby Wallwork
Toby and M.C. were original co-hosts to this podcast in 2017
<img decoding="async" class="aligncenter" data-tf-not-load src="https://lirp.cdn-website.com/6c5af1bf/dms3rep/multi/opt/logotrans-655x290-366w.png" alt="The logo for the chicago international reel shorts film fest." width="404" height="179" />
Short Film Festival | Chicago Reel Shorts Film Fest | Chicago, IL (projectchicago.com)
00:00:00 USELESS CHATTER!
Seminars and Classes
00:2:00 WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN DOING?
00:09:00 AWARDS SEASONS
AwardsWatch – 2024/2025 Film Awards Calendar
00:14:00 TOP 5 ANIMATIONS
#encanto #rayaandthelostdragon #luka #insideout2 #spidermanintothespiderverse
Mary Claire
TOP 5 PROPERTIES IN THE PUBLIC DOMAIN
#popeye #tintin #thesoundandthefury #afarewelltoarms #cup
Toby
00:25:00 BUH BYE
<img decoding="async" class="wp-image-7532 aligncenter" data-tf-not-load src="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/scriptwriting_classes_logo-.png" alt="marks sevi's scriptwriting classes" width="341" height="184" />
Need a Writing Class?… Read the rest
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30min
January 10, 2025 Plotpoints Podcast Episode 300*, 2025.01.10
SCRIPTWRITING TALK AND MORE!
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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image by nora_29 on Pixabay
Welcome To Plotpoints Podcast!
Mark Sevi and Guests
Show Notes January 10, 2025 Episode #300*
This is Plotpoints Podcast! www.plotpoints.com
GO HERE FOR INFO ON SCRIPTWRITING
CLASSES and SEMINARS
SHAMELESS PROMOS:

Final Draft – Articles by Mark Sevi for Final Draft
<img decoding="async" class="wp-image-7513 aligncenter" data-tf-not-load src="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03.png" alt="" width="396" height="77" srcset="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03.png 581w, https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03-300x58.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 396px) 100vw, 396px" />
A Scriptwriting Manual for All Writers!
On AMAZON
SHOW DETAILS
00:00:00 INTRO
Podcast theme music by Mark Sevi, Interstitial Music by The Beach Boys
MARK IS JOINED BY WRITER/PRODUCER LORENZO PORRICELLI
Lorenzo Porricelli is known for The Reagans: The Legacy Endures (2014),
Ronald Reagan: An American Journey (2011) and Harvey the Monster Racist (2009).
00:00:00 USELESS CHATTER!
Seminars and Classes
00:4:00 GOLDEN GLOBES – CONGRATS TO ALL
#goldenglobes #nikkiglaser
00:05:00 WHAT ARE WE WATCHING?
#younglions #in-betweeners #conclave #emiliaperez #thesticky
00:09:00 WHAT ARE WE WORKING ON?
#script #articles #marketing #classes #newscript
00:13:00 TOP 5 MOVIES THAT SHOULD HAVE HAD SEQUELS
Lorenzo: #eternalsunshineofthespotlessmind #adaptation #therewillbeblood #everythingeverywhereallatonce #crazyrishasians
Mark: #buckaroobanzai #popeofgreenwhichvillage #galaxyquest #thething irongiant
00:17:00 Q&A – WHERE TO START A BIOGRAPHY SCRIPT
Mark
00:21:00 WRITER’S QUOTE(S)
00:22:00 BUH BYE
<img decoding="async" class="wp-image-7532 aligncenter" data-tf-not-load src="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/scriptwriting_classes_logo-.png" alt="marks sevi's scriptwriting classes" width="341" height="184" />
Need a Writing Class?… Read the rest
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24min
December 27, 2024 Plotpoints Podcast Episode 299, 2024.12.27
SCRIPTWRITING TALK AND MORE!
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
<img decoding="async" class="aligncenter" title="Download free HD stock image of Christmas Tree Christmas Baubles" data-tf-not-load src="https://cdn.pixabay.com/photo/2021/10/09/07/37/christmas-tree-6693315_1280.png" srcset="https://cdn.pixabay.com/photo/2021/10/09/07/37/christmas-tree-6693315_960_720.png 1x, https://cdn.pixabay.com/photo/2021/10/09/07/37/christmas-tree-6693315_1280.png 2x" alt="Free christmas tree christmas baubles christmas decor illustration" width="305" height="257" />
Image by Dorothe from Pixabay
Welcome To Plotpoints Podcast!
Mark Sevi and Guests
Show Notes December 27, 2024 Episode #299
This is Plotpoints Podcast! www.plotpoints.com
GO HERE FOR INFO ON SCRIPTWRITING CLASSES and SEMINARS
SHAMELESS PROMOS:

Final Draft – Articles by Mark Sevi for Final Draft
<img decoding="async" class="wp-image-7513 aligncenter" data-tf-not-load src="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03.png" alt="" width="396" height="77" srcset="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03.png 581w, https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03-300x58.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 396px) 100vw, 396px" />
A Scriptwriting Manual for All Writers!
On AMAZON
SHOW DETAILS
00:00:00 INTRO
Podcast theme music by Mark Sevi, Interstitial Music by The Beach Boys
MARK IS JOINED BY WRITER CHRIS STIRES
Chris’ bio at end of show notes
00:00:00 USELESS CHATTER!
Seminars and Classes
00:3:00 WHAT ARE WE WATCHING?
#youngriders #housemd #ideaofyou #7fishes #feastofsevenfishes #startrek
00:08:00 WHAT ARE WE WORKING ON?
#scriptrewrite #articles #marketing #classes #newscript
00:11:00 TOP 5 BEST of 2024
Chris: #likearollingstone #wp56 #nobodywantsthis #warrior #deadreckoning
Mark: #cityhomicide #inspectorellis # brassic #ancientapocalypse #thegentlemen
00:15:00 Q&A – STAY ON TRACK WITH YOUR WRITING
Mark
00:20:00 WRITER’S QUOTE(S)
“Writing is a marathon, not a sprint.”… Read the rest
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24min
December 13, 2024 Plotpoints Podcast Episode 298, 2024.12.13
SCRIPTWRITING TALK AND MORE!
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
<img decoding="async" class="aligncenter" title="Download free HD stock image of Christmas Tree Christmas Baubles" data-tf-not-load src="https://cdn.pixabay.com/photo/2021/10/09/07/37/christmas-tree-6693315_1280.png" srcset="https://cdn.pixabay.com/photo/2021/10/09/07/37/christmas-tree-6693315_960_720.png 1x, https://cdn.pixabay.com/photo/2021/10/09/07/37/christmas-tree-6693315_1280.png 2x" alt="Free christmas tree christmas baubles christmas decor illustration" width="305" height="257" />
Image by Dorothe from Pixabay
Welcome To Plotpoints Podcast!
Mark Sevi and Guests
Show Notes December 13, 2024 Episode #298
This is Plotpoints Podcast! www.plotpoints.com
GO HERE FOR INFO ON SCRIPTWRITING CLASSES and SEMINARS
SHAMELESS PROMOS:

Final Draft – Articles by Mark Sevi for Final Draft
<img decoding="async" class="wp-image-7513 aligncenter" data-tf-not-load src="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03.png" alt="" width="396" height="77" srcset="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03.png 581w, https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03-300x58.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 396px) 100vw, 396px" />
A Scriptwriting Manual for All Writers!
On AMAZON
SHOW DETAILS
00:00:00 INTRO
Podcast theme music by Mark Sevi, Interstitial Music by LudoSoundX on Pixabay
MARK IS JOINED BY WRITER CHRIS STIRES
Chris’ bio at end of show notes
00:00:00 USELESS CHATTER!
Seminars and Classes
00:2:00 WHAT ARE WE WATCHING?
#blackdove #thesticky #sicario #apbio #babylon5
00:03:00 WHAT ARE WE WORKING ON?
#scriptrewrite #articles #marketing #classes #newscript
00:08:00 TOP 5 CHRISTMAS MOVIES
Chris: #themanwhoinventedchristmas #threegodfathers #christmasvacation #christmasstory #miracleon34thstreet #nightmarebeforechristmas
Mark: #themanwhoinventedchristmas #preacherswife #badsanta #scrooged #itsawonderfullife #whitechristmas #acharliebrownchristmas
00:14:15 Q&A – RANT ON BAD FILMS/SCRIPTS
Mark
00:18:00 WRITER’S QUOTE(S)
“That’s my advice with dealing with writer’s block.… Read the rest
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22min
November 29, 2024 Plotpoints Podcast Episode 297, 2024.11.29
SCRIPTWRITING TALK AND MORE!
Welcome To Plotpoints Podcast!
Mark Sevi and Guests
Show Notes November 29, 2024 Episode #297
This is Plotpoints Podcast! www.plotpoints.com
GO HERE FOR INFO ON SCRIPTWRITING CLASSES and SEMINARS
SHAMELESS PROMOS:

Final Draft – Articles by Mark Sevi for Final Draft
<img decoding="async" class="wp-image-7513 aligncenter" data-tf-not-load src="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03.png" alt="" width="396" height="77" srcset="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03.png 581w, https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03-300x58.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 396px) 100vw, 396px" />
A Scriptwriting Manual for All Writers!
On AMAZON
SHOW DETAILS
00:00:00 INTRO
Podcast theme music by Mark Sevi, Interstitial Music by MaxKo Music
MARK IS JOINED BY WRITER CHRIS STIRES
Chris’ bio at end of show notes
00:00:00 USELESS CHATTER!
Seminars and Classes
00:4:00 WHAT ARE WE WATCHING?
#citymurder #theguilty #inspectorellis #brassic #atillcrazy #easya
00:07:00 WHAT ARE WE WORKING ON?
#scriptrewrite #articles #marketing #classes #newscript
00:12:00 TOP 5 LIMITED LOCATION MOVIES
Mark: #theguilty #hardcandy #alienraiders #disappearanceofalicecreed #bullettrain
Chris: #theguilty #theterminal #janedoe #theoutfit #panicroom
00:00:15 Q&A – IS A CHARACTER’S BACKGROUND IMPORTANT
Mark
00:19:00 WRITER’S QUOTE(S)
“We wouldn’t have done it if we didn’t think we could have fun with it.”… Read the rest
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21min
November 15, 2024 Plotpoints Podcast Episode 296, 2024.11.15
SCRIPTWRITING TALK AND MORE!
Welcome To Plotpoints Podcast!
Mark Sevi and Guests
Show Notes November 15, 2024 Episode #296
This is Plotpoints Podcast! www.plotpoints.com
GO HERE FOR INFO ON SCRIPTWRITING CLASSES and SEMINARS
SHAMELESS PROMOS:

Final Draft – Articles by Mark Sevi for Final Draft
<img decoding="async" class="wp-image-7513 aligncenter" data-tf-not-load src="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03.png" alt="" width="396" height="77" srcset="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03.png 581w, https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03-300x58.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 396px) 100vw, 396px" />
A Scriptwriting Manual for All Writers!
On AMAZON
SHOW DETAILS
00:00:00 INTRO
Podcast theme music by Mark Sevi, Interstitial Music by MaxKo Music
MARK IS JOINED BY WRITER CHRIS STIRES
Chris’ bio at end of show notes
00:00:00 USELESS CHATTER!
Seminars and Classes
00:4:00 WHAT ARE WE WATCHING?
#cityhomicide #ancientapocalypse #matlock #tracker
00:07:00 WHAT ARE WE WORKING ON?
#scriptrewrite #articles #marketing #classes #pitchdeck
00:12:00 TOP 5 SPY MOVIES
Mark: #kingsman #jamesbond #tinkertailer #immitationgame #manfroinuncle
Chris: #machuriancandidate #salt #casinoroyale #borne #missionimpossible
00:00:15 Q&A – WHY NOW
Mark
00:19:00 WRITER’S QUOTE(S)
In three words I can sum up everything I’ve learned about life: it goes on. ~ Robert Frost
Chris
00:22:00 BUH BYE
<img decoding="async" class="wp-image-7532 aligncenter" data-tf-not-load src="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/scriptwriting_classes_logo-.png" alt="marks sevi's scriptwriting classes" width="341" height="184" />
Need a Writing Class?… Read the rest
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23min
November 01, 2024 Plotpoints Podcast Episode 295, 2024.11.01
SCRIPTWRITING TALK AND MORE!
Welcome To Plotpoints Podcast!
Mark Sevi and Guests
Show Notes November 01, 2024 Episode #295
This is Plotpoints Podcast! www.plotpoints.com
GO HERE FOR INFO ON SCRIPTWRITING CLASSES and SEMINARS
SHAMELESS PROMOS:

Final Draft – Articles by Mark Sevi for Final Draft
<img decoding="async" class="wp-image-7513 aligncenter" data-tf-not-load src="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03.png" alt="" width="396" height="77" srcset="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03.png 581w, https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo03-300x58.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 396px) 100vw, 396px" />
Scriptwriting Manual for All Writers!
On AMAZON
SHOW DETAILS
00:00:00 INTRO
Podcast theme music by Mark Sevi, Interstitial Music by MaxKo Music
MARK IS JOINED BY WRITER CHRIS STIRES
Chris’ bio at end of show notes
00:00:00 USELESS CHATTER!
Seminars and Classes
00:3:00 WHAT ARE WE WATCHING?
#territory #canaryblack #deadwood #jamesbond #cityhomicide #scifi
00:08:00 WHAT ARE WE WORKING ON?
#scriptrewrite #articles #marketing #classes #pitchdeck
00:12:00 TOP 5 POLITICAL MOVIES
Mark: #13days #oppenheimer #onthebasisofsex #vice #thepost
Chris: #lincoln #charliewilsonswar #remeberthetitans #thelivesofothers #manchuriancandidate
00:21:00 WRITER’S QUOTE(S)
““What a person does is what he is, not what he says.”— Syd Field
00:22:00 BUH BYE
<img decoding="async" class="wp-image-7532 aligncenter" data-tf-not-load src="https://plotpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/scriptwriting_classes_logo-.png" alt="marks sevi's scriptwriting classes" width="341" height="184" />
Need a Writing Class?… Read the rest
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26min

FAQs about PlotPoints Podcast:

How many episodes does PlotPoints Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 243 episodes available.