Hill, Walter

Saddle up yer horse, harness your writing weapon, and get ready for an exploration of the great Western frontier. Truly a quintessential American genre, the art of the Western requires true grit so you can navigate the good, the bad, and the ugly in your writing. Come learn the ropes and lasso the truth about the common pitfalls to avoid, world-building techniques to embrace, and how to craft a story that could survive any shoot-out.

Join this highly anticipated conversation with the 2017 Awardees, Walter Hill, Kenneth Lonergan, and Keenen Ivory Wayans, as they discuss their careers and approaches to the art, craft, and business of storytelling through film and television.

From character studies to blockbusters, legendary writer/director/producer Walter Hill as mastered the comedy, drama, thriller, and western genres. Join the 2017 Extraordinary Contribution to Film Award Recipient for an in-depth conversation moderated by Shane Black.