The Art of Screenwriting in Filmmaking: From Real Life to Reel
What does it take to turn true stories into powerful cinema?
Join acclaimed screenwriter Saiwyn Quadras for an exclusive session as he walks us through the creative process behind some of India’s most acclaimed biopics (Neerja, Mary Kom, Parmanu, Maidaan) and his latest theatrical release, the horror film Maa.
In this focused session, Saiwyn will reflect on the unique challenges of writing both fact-based narratives and original genre cinema, offering valuable insights into storytelling, structure, and screenwriting craft.
Key Highlights:
- Adapting real-life events into compelling screenplays
- Writing emotionally resonant character arcs
- Shifting from biopics to horror: the making of Maa
- Collaborating with filmmakers and navigating feedback
- Balancing research, emotion, and cinematic pacing
Event Details:
- Date: Sunday, 10th August 2025
- Time: 12pm IST
- Venue: Zoom
- Speaker: Saiwyn Quadras (Screenwriter)
Ideal for screenwriters, filmmakers, producers, journalists, and film students.
Limited seats. Don’t miss this insider session on writing award-winning real-life stories for the big screen.
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Speaker: Saiwyn Quadras
Designation: Screenwriter
Bio: Saiwyn Quadras is an award-winning screenwriter whose films — including Neerja, Mary Kom, Parmanu, Maidaan, and the recent horror release Maa — have won National Awards and critical acclaim. Known for crafting emotionally resonant, high-stakes narratives across genres, his work spans biopics, historical dramas, and original fiction. Starting his career in event management, Quadras found his voice in screenwriting, where he continues to explore stories rooted in human complexity, resilience, and cinematic impact.