Writers Unscripted

Our guest for this episode is newcomer Leon Chills. While working on Wall Street, Leon discovered his passion for screenwriting. And since making the shift, he has gone on to tell stories across multiple platforms - such as SPINNING OUT on Netflix, THE WILDS on Amazon Prime, ICON AND ROCKET for DC Comics, and DC UNIVERSE ONLINE (video game).

More recently Leon's first spec sale with SHADOW FORCE to Lionsgate, is set to release in theaters on May 9th, 2025 - starring Kerry Washington and Omar Sy.  No matter the platform, the foundational principle to all of Leon's work is putting Black characters at the forefront of genres they are normally pushed aside in. 

In this episode we speak to Leon about what it's like to sell your first feature script to a big budget studio, and have it released in theaters.

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Writers Unscripted is a multimedia platform that offers insights and education on the craft of screenwriting and the entertainment industry. The show features a panel of successful screenwriters who share...

David Bianchi is a trailblazer in blockchain entertainment, using Web3 to reshape storytelling. As creator, showrunner, and star of RZR, the Emmy-nominated sci-fi thriller co-produced with launched the Gala Film web3 platform featuring blockchain-based digital collectibles. Bianchi has pioneered NFTs in cinema, minting short films and creating the genre Spinema™ (spoken word cinema). Named among NFTNow's top 100 influential creators, his work has been showcased at Art Basel and beyond, with coverage in outlets like Forbes and Coindesk, positioning him as a key voice in Web3 media.

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Writers Unscripted is a multimedia platform that offers insights and education on the craft of screenwriting and the entertainment industry. The show features a panel of successful screenwriters who share...

Mike is a Haitian-American screenwriter whose credits include HBO's critically acclaimed series, INSECURE and Netflix’s record-breaking hit series, GINNY & GEORGIA. He Co-Created and was the Co-Showrunner of AMC Networks/ALLBLK original dramedy, SEND HELP. Mike is also the founder of Black Boy Writes Media, which is home to the Black Boy Writes/Black Girl Writes Mentorship Initiative for aspiring Black writers. The program is now in its 5th year with 4 cohorts and over 50 mentees.

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Writers Unscripted is a multimedia platform that offers insights and education on the craft of screenwriting and the entertainment industry. The show features a panel of successful screenwriters who share...

Kristen V. Carter is an award-winning executive producer, entrepreneur and speaker. Kristen served as Showrunner and Executive Producer for the PBS gospel music concert special entitled GOSPEL Live! Kristen also served as an Executive Producer for the Discovery Plus four-part documentary series Profiled: The Black Man about debunking stereotypes that Black men in America face in society. In addition to entertainment, Kristen is actively engaged in mentorship and empowering the community about self-actualization. And, Kristen is the founder of Trust Your Magic™, an inspirational brand that reinforces the power of honoring one’s gifts and talents. 

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Writers Unscripted is a multimedia platform that offers insights and education on the craft of screenwriting and the entertainment industry. The show features a panel of successful screenwriters who share...