r/screenwriting_advice is a subreddit with 5k members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and solution requests, and the community frequently discusses writing, screenwriting, advice, feedback, and screenplay.
Popular Themes in r/screenwriting_advice
#1
Advice Requests
: "Writing a fourth-wall break"
69 posts
#2
Solution Requests
: "What types of books do screenwriters read?"
11 posts
#3
Ideas
: "The thing I keep seeing in almost-great scripts"
6 posts
#4
Pain & Anger
: "Pirate story, but completely lost momentum"
3 posts
#5
Money Talk
: "Anybody found any value from attending AFM events? $120 for a three hour pitching conference...worth it?"
1 post
Popular Topics in r/screenwriting_advice
#1
Writing
: "Is it easier to make a complete mind-map of your characters and story before beginning Writing or to just begin Writing with a rough idea of them and let the process lead you?"
44 posts
#2
Screenwriting
: "Best Screenwriting Software Programs COMPARED: Celtx vs. Fade In vs. Final Draft vs. Movie Magic vs. WriterDuet"
39 posts
#3
Advice
: "Beginner asking for Advices"
36 posts
#4
Feedback
: "[Feedback] The edge (paranormal/psychological thriller, 24 pages)"
19 posts
#5
Screenplay
: "How To Write A Screenplay That's Better Than 90% of Spec Scripts"
19 posts
#6
Character
: "How to Create Character Arcs That Evoke Emotion In the Audience"
18 posts
#7
Script
: "Advice on how to write a Script needed"
12 posts
#8
Idea
: "How do you know if you have a good Idea?"
12 posts
#9
Story
: "Is it easier to make a complete mind-map of your characters and Story before beginning writing or to just begin writing with a rough idea of them and let the process lead you?"
9 posts
#10
Structure
: "What is the Page Length for all 3 Acts in the Screenwriting Structure, aka The Three Act Paradigm for Movies between 3–5 Hours Long?"
6 posts
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Last updated: June 12, 2026