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Diverse Voices Shine as Black List Selects 6 Promising Screenwriters for Mentorship
10 Nov
Summary
- 6 screenwriters selected from over 2,200 submissions for Black List's 11th annual Projects Lab
- Participants to receive creative mentorship and professional support during weeklong workshop
- Projects span diverse themes, including mental health, family dynamics, and cultural identity
In a highly competitive selection process, the Black List has chosen 6 talented screenwriters to participate in its 11th annual Projects Lab. The participants, Maren Hill, Max Olson, Nathan Xia, Sahand Nikoukar, Teddy Cecil, and Urvashi Pathania, were selected from over 2,200 script submissions.
During the weeklong workshop in Ojai, California, the writers will have the opportunity to develop their screenplays through peer workshops and one-on-one sessions with experienced screenwriting mentors, including Pippa Bianco, Liz Hannah, Maryam Keshavarz, Ry Russo-Young, Leigh Janiak, and Scott Myers. The diverse range of projects covers themes such as mental health, family dynamics, and cultural identity, showcasing the breadth of talent and perspectives represented in this year's cohort.
The Black List's Projects Lab aims to provide creative mentorship and professional support to promising screenwriters, helping them refine their craft and bring their unique stories to life. As the program enters its 11th year, it continues to serve as a platform for discovering and nurturing the next generation of storytellers.
