Three New Films Tell Unique Stories About Disabilities, Strike Universal Themes

For three Guild members who have written a veritable bumper crop of films this season featuring central characters with disabilities, the challenges have been nearly as complex as the stories they have set out to tell. Read more

At the Intersection of Writing, Creativity and Social Networking

A couple of years ago, the extent to which most writers engaged in social media was choosing between MySpace or Friendster. Today, an array of social networking tools, including Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram, even Pinterest, among others, is fostering... Read more

Comments to FCC Spotlight Shrinking Opportunities for Writers

In the ongoing battle to preserve a competitive marketplace for writers, the Writers Guild West's recently-filed comments to the FCC on video competition spotlight the gravity of the situation and the potential repercussions. The overall message: Consolidation of ownership in television translates into limited choices for writers and consumers. Read more

250 Alums Laud Contributions of Cosby Writing Program

For 18 years the Guy Hanks & Marvin Miller Screenwriting Program - commonly referred to as the Cosby Writing Program in honor of its creators and funders Drs. Bill and Camille Cosby - trained talented African-American television and film writers, many of whom have gone on to have impressive careers. Read more

Guild Earmarks Nearly $1 Mil for Industry Workers in Need

The Writers Guild of America, West, is contributing almost one million dollars to The Actors Fund, earmarked specifically as emergency financial assistance for entertainment industry professionals in need of funds... Read more