2009 Writers Guild Awards

The transcript discusses the process of creating a film based on real events. It covers the extensive research and interviews conducted to gather different perspectives. The challenge of finding the truth among varied stories is highlighted. The speaker expresses their love for writing and the creative process involved in scripting. The conversation concludes with expressions of gratitude and support.

What was the initial step taken by the speaker to gather information for the film?

• Conducting online surveys

• Reading over 23 books

• Visiting historical sites

• Watching documentaries

How did the speaker handle the different stories and perspectives gathered?

• Combined all stories into one

• Chose the most popular story

• Ignored the differences

• Analyzed to find the truth

What does the speaker describe as a 'tap dance'?

• The experience of watching the film

• The challenge of finding the truth

• The act of interviewing participants

• The process of writing the script

What aspect of writing does the speaker enjoy the most?

• Structuring and writing the script

• Researching historical events

• Interviewing real-life participants

• Editing the final draft

According to the speaker, when does writing become fun?

• Once the script is structured

• After completing the research

• While editing the script

• During the initial brainstorming