Shoot From the Heart with Diane Bell: Filmmaking, Screenwriting, & Inspiration
A rich archive of tips, techniques and inspiration to help screenwriters, filmmakers and other creative souls achieve their dreams.
Episodes
125 episodes
Ep 124: 3 Things to Focus on NOW to Make the End of 2024 Spectacular
We are about to enter Q4 of 2024.It's possible that despite your best efforts this year hasn't yet delivered the big wins you had hoped for. Don't lose faith. Your results will be determined by what you choose to do NOW....
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Ep 123: Playing A Bigger Game
Are you dreaming of making millions but feel like no matter what you do or how you work, it's always out of reach?In this episode, partly taken from Day 1 of my recent masterclass MILLIONAIRE CREATRIX RISING, I take a deep dive into why...
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Ep #122: Millionaire Creatrix Rising
Female artists, creatives and entrepreneurs, this episode is especially for you. In it you're going to learn how to explode your income, impact and your JOY to the highest levels imaginable.This is a vulnerable share about my life...
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Ep #121: The 3 Keys to Breakthrough
Do you feel stuck? Like no matter what you do you can't seem to break through to your next level?THE ANSWER IS NOT DOING MORE!In this episode you'll learn the 3 real keys to making your next big breakthrough happen.
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Ep #120: The #1 Master Key to Selling Your Screenplay
If you want to sell your screenplay, you MUST listen to this episode.First you'll get some keys that can unlock the door to success...But then I share with you the #1 Master Key. When you get this, you will be unstoppable....
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Ep #119: Creatrix Rising
Female artists often struggle with feeling like they are not good enough, with feeling like it's not safe to let their voices be heard and with Imposter Syndrome.In this episode, Diane goes live on her Instagram page to discuss the real...
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Ep # 118: The Real Reason You Must Write Your Screenplay
Want to know the real reason why you must write your screenplay that stands out from the super-massive crowd?You are in the right place!Today we're going to dive into next level screenwriting secrets so that you set yourself up ...
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Ep #117: Secrets of A Standout Screenplay
Want to know the real secrets of writing a script that stands out from the super-massive crowd?You are in the right place!Today we're going to dive into next level screenwriting secrets so that you set yourself up for success in...
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Ep #116: Does my screenplay have to be like THAT?
Today I want to share a chat I had with screenwriters in my WRITE YOUR SCREENPLAY IN 8 WEEKS group. One of my students had sent me a screenshot of an example of "bad screenwriting" vs "good screenwriting".The first sample was ve...
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Ep #115: Choosing to believe (even when it's hard)
Do you REALLY believe that you can make your dream come true? That you can sell your script or make your movie?It's okay if the answer is "not really", at least you're being honest.The problem is as long as you don't...
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Ep #114: Quantum Leap
What really make the difference between those who create epic success...and those who don't?In this episode, recorded live on my Instagram account, I explore what a quantum leap is and what it really takes to make one happen.TO ...
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Ep #113: The Path to Sundance
The Sundance Institute is currently accepting applications for support in script development.In this episode, I give you the lowdown on what the screenwriters lab is like, why it's worth applying and also what you should focus on if you...
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Ep #112: The #1 Shift For Screenwriting Success
Do you ever feel stuck at the level you're on with your screenwriting? Do you feel like forces outside of you will determine whether you succeed or not?Are you waiting...hoping...that somehow you'll be discovered?I...
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Ep #111: You are The One
Do you ever feel like you just need to meet the "right people" in order to have success as a screenwriter or filmmaker? Do you imagine that you're going to get an agent and they'll do the work of selling your script? Or you'll land ...
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Ep #110: What it Takes
If you're ready for some real talk about what it REALLY takes to succeed as a screenwriter or filmmaker, you are in the right place!This week I take a deep dive into the truth about succeeding (clue: you can't train once a week and expe...
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Ep 109: 4 Common Mistakes that are Killing Your Script
This week I dive into 4 of the most common mistakes that I see in screenplays. From repeat beats that drag the story down to scripts that make it too easy for characters, join me in exploring the nuances of escalating plotlines and the crucial ...
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Ep #108: Should I Quit?
To kick off this new season of THE SHOOT FROM THE HEART podcast, I delve into the question many aspiring screenwriters and filmmakers ask themselves: "Should I quit?" This conversation touches on the nature of pursuing audacious dreams,...
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Encore: Sundance Calling
As the 40th Sundance Festival kicks off today, I want to share this podcast from the archives on my personal Sundance journey.From dreaming about getting in the screenwriter's lab to having my first film win two awards in the main compe...
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EP #107: The Unexpected Plot Twist
I'm back! In this unexpected episode, I share how a period of silence and introspection has led me to a surprising realization about my true purpose. It was definitely not what I expected...but I'm feeling called to reembrace my passion f...
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Ep #106: How Mentorship Can Help (and How It Can't)
Do you need mentorship and group programs in order to achieve success?If you've been debating whether to sign up for a coach or program, I analyze why to do it, what it can help with you - and also why you don't NEED it.For a fr...
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Ep #105: The Stories You Tell
Often things don't go as planned (or how we hope) and it's outside our control. What we make of these obstacles and setbacks matters a lot.In this episode, you're going to learn how to take control of the narrative of your life in...
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Ep #104: You Don't NEED Screenwriting Competitions
There are literally thousands of screenwriting competitions out there, and it can feel like they are an essential step in the journey to success as a screenwriter - but don't fool yourself into thinking that you need them!You don't....
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Ep #103: When You're Feeling Doubt
It's inevitable that on the path to our dreams, we're going to have moments of real doubt. Sometimes these can snowball into such extreme doubt that we give up - and that is a tragedy.To make sure doubt doesn't get the better of y...
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