Articles written by Candace Kearns Read

Great music and great writing are interdependent in the film 127 Hours, nominated for six Oscars, including Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Original Score.

Feb 10, 2011 - Candace Kearns Read

The historical biopic The Last Station (2009) gives a brief but powerful glimpse into Leo Tolstoy's life.

Aug 31, 2010 - Candace Kearns Read

This small town is a peaceful tropical paradise, filled with opportunities for adventure in a laid back atmosphere that makes it a great place to unwind.

Jun 15, 2010 - Candace Kearns Read

The film, based on an autobiography, reveals key techniques for crafting a compelling script from real events.

Apr 30, 2010 - Candace Kearns Read

Each year, thousands of Colorado motorcyclists ride from Columbine High School to Platte Canyon High School to honor Keyes, whose last text message was "I love you guys."

Nov 6, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

The soon to be released documentary Hidden From Light is a heart wrenching look at the efforts of U.S. doctors operating on Guatemalan children with skin cancer.

Oct 20, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

Periolase treatment is the removal of infected tissue, debris, and bacteria, as well as stimulation of the bone and surrounding gum tissue for reattachment.

Oct 12, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

The rewards of being a story analyst include reading screenplays for a living, learning more about the business, and having an influence on whether a film is made or not.

Oct 5, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

A National Scenic Byway from Grant to Georgetown affords excellent views of turning Aspens, within an hour's drive from Denver.

Sep 28, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

Launched in 2004 by Michael Conti, the 2009 Shoot Out 24-hour Filmmaking Festival Boulder will kick-off September 25 at 6 p.m. in front of the Boulder County Court House.

Sep 21, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

Eleven Mile Reservoir, in the Pikes Peak region, is a 3,405 surface-acre reservoir formed from the South Platte River, at the southern end of South Park, Colorado.

Aug 6, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

The fun of structuring a true story can be found in manipulating time, characters, and scenes according to timeless, universal models of structure.

Jun 29, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

Using theme as a guide, studying the plot, and charting growth on the page all help a writer build a strong character arc that will make the story unforgettable.

Jun 22, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

A well-written screenplay contains many elements, such as plot, character and dialogue, and each of these needs to be focused on separately during a rewrite.

Jun 11, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

Visitors to Colorado who appreciate good wine will want to head for Evergreen, just thirty minutes Southwest of Denver, and enjoy a delightful afternoon at Creekside.

May 13, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

A smooth, engaging treatment not only helps the writer stay on track while writing the 100 + document that is a screenplay, it also can be used as a selling tool.

May 5, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

The mind is inherently creative - the trick is tapping into that creativity on a schedule. Here are some techniques for lighting the fires of inspiration - on demand.

May 1, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

So much depends on the actor connecting with the role. Screenwriters need to spend plenty of time on character development if they want the film to get made.

Apr 16, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

Once a screenplay's ending has been found, the screenwriter can use the third act to guide them in the crafting of the entire script, including the build up to the end.

Apr 2, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

A powerful ending comes from drafting a third act that answers all of the story's questions and follows logically from the events leading up to it, but with a twist.

Mar 25, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

The consequences are tragic for those born with the XP gene, but in rural Guatemala, a team of U.S. doctors is volunteering to perform surgeries that will save lives.

Mar 24, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

In some respects, the ending is what the audience takes away when the film is over, and it can stay with them forever, if the writer works hard to craft the best climax.

Mar 17, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

A vacation home in the pristine area of Sun Valley Lake, three miles north of Grand Lake, Colorado, offers a personalized and economical alternative to a hotel.

Feb 27, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

Vacation home rentals offer a personalized and affordable alternative to hotel lodging for getaways to the Southern California desert area.

Feb 23, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

The paradox of great dialogue is that it sounds so real, yet it is clearly not ordinary language. Here are some essential elements of great screenplay dialogue.

Jan 22, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

The goal is to take different layers of personal experience and meld them together into cohesive plot lines.

Jan 8, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

Instead of writing a story that depicts one's memory of what happened, the dramatic story has to be imagined, taking the truth and tweaking it with heightened conflict.

Jan 5, 2009 - Candace Kearns Read

The trick is to capture the essence of personal experience, and often this means getting distance from what really happened.

Dec 31, 2008 - Candace Kearns Read

Vacation home rentals offer a more personalized alternative to hotel lodging for winter snow sport getaways, and they can help larger groups economize on a trip.

Dec 10, 2008 - Candace Kearns Read

Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve offers diverse hiking, primitive 4WD roads, developed and backcountry campgrounds, and even a swimming beach in summer.

Dec 5, 2008 - Candace Kearns Read

A unique daytime drop-in center in Denver, Colorado helps women and their children in distress acquire the strength and confidence needed to succeed in the world.

Dec 3, 2008 - Candace Kearns Read

There are some cheaper options for lodging, meals and activities that will keep costs low for a holiday vacation by the sea.

Nov 16, 2008 - Candace Kearns Read

In Guatemala, malnutrition rates have been among the worst in the world. But thankfully, several non-profit organizations are working to aid poverty-stricken families.

Nov 11, 2008 - Candace Kearns Read