Reviews 1 — Lighthouse

Claire Thomas
Writer/Director
Genie Leslie
Feature Writer
Martyn Ellington
Writer
Madison Hatfield
Writer/Filmmaker
Mark Alan Furney
Screenwriter
Claire Thomas
Writer/Director
Sam Jay Gold
TV Writer
Lee Ann Kurr
Writer/Director
Martyn Ellington
Writer
Claire Thomas
Writer/Director
Genie Leslie
Feature Writer
Mark Alan Furney
Screenwriter
Madison Hatfield
Writer/Filmmaker
Mark Alan Furney
Screenwriter
Genie Leslie
Feature Writer
“I cannot say enough about my time in the Lighthouse Draft Accelerator. Not only did it help me move from outline to full third draft of a feature in just eight weeks, it afforded me the space (and the discipline) to tackle a project I’d been avoiding out of fear for years.”
Rudi O’Meara
Screenwriter
“David is a brilliant moderator whose feedback is always actionable and clear. And he’s wholly committed to helping his writers realize the truest, best version of the story they have in their minds.”
Rudi O’Meara
Screenwriter
“The cohort was thoughtfully selected—and every part of the process was meticulously structured to ensure that every participant benefited mightily.”
Rudi O’Meara
Screenwriter
“David creates an environment that is not only bursting with creativity, but incredibly open and welcoming. I never felt out of place, and I left every session feeling inspired by the caliber of the other writers and excitement to tackle my own project.”
Saraphina Redalieu
Writer/Editor
“Having an opportunity to grow my personal community of creatives is a top-tier benefit in and of itself.”
Saraphina Redalieu
Writer/Editor
“Before this program, I would have never thought I could get a first draft of a feature written in nine weeks. But David created a very personalized plan for me that made the entire process not only feasible, but very reasonable. I was able to write a feature while working full time and training for an ultramarathon!”

Saraphina Redalieu
Writer/Editor
“The Draft Accelerator made it possible to frame writing as a practice, making it a habitual part of my every day. It also instilled so much confidence in myself as a writer and my ability to get pages out, I am so inspired to tackle my next set of projects.”

Saraphina Redalieu
Writer/Editor
“The Draft Accelerator lives up to its name, and I would strongly recommend it to anyone who derives motivation from deadlines and/or the fear of feeling like an underachiever.”

Daniel Shar
Comedy Writer
“Lighthouse gave me two things I wouldn't have if I didn't jump in: a new way to think about my drafts, and new friends. Even if you don't like writing and having friends, you should check out Lighthouse.”

Michael Ryan Hahn
Writer/Director

"Lighthouse has proved invaluable to me as a writer."

Claire Thomas
Writer/Director
"One of David’s strong points is helping the writer identify what’s working in the script and suggesting ways to make those elements even stronger. With this focus, some of the weak points seem to get fixed too."

Mark Alan Furney
Screenwriter
"I’ve become a better writer after learning new tools and processes that I can apply to any script in the future."

Genie Leslie
Feature Writer
“He has never imposed his own tastes or preferences on my work, and every session has yielded a far more dialed-in, polished, and impactful FINAL draft.”

Madison Hatfield
Writer/Filmmaker
"I won’t hesitate to use David in the future. His insights are always thoughtful and valuable."

Martyn Ellington
Writer
“Thanks to David’s fresh and keen eyes, I was able to make adjustments throughout the script for the third act to culminate effectively, as well as fine-tune key relationships and motivations.”

Lee Ann Kurr
Writer/Director
"Each session refines my projects in new and exciting ways - richer, more dynamic characters, stronger emotional stakes, and a tighter, more economic script on the page."

Claire Thomas
Writer/Director
"There was a part of a final showdown scene that was a bit flat. David helped me see that the fix might be in a better setup in a scene about 12 pages earlier. With that fix, the showdown worked much better."

Mark Alan Furney
Screenwriter
"After the Idea Incubator, I’m better prepared for choosing and developing the next script idea."

Genie Leslie
Feature Writer
"Following his notes one of our scripts was considered by HULU and SKY and is currently in the hands of an Emmy-nominated producer. I won’t hesitate to use David in the future."

Martyn Ellington
Writer
"I always look forward to my Read & Call with David!"

Claire Thomas
Writer/Director
"The best thing I can say is that he helped me want to keep trying."

Mark Alan Furney
Screenwriter
"I both appreciate and envy his ability to give specific, clear, and actionable feedback that enhances the story I am trying to tell in my own unique tone and style."

Madison Hatfield
Writer/Filmmaker
"Now, I have a process for rewriting that focuses on one thing at a time, allowing me to really dig in on each pass."

Genie Leslie
Feature Writer

Make it stand out.

“It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business.”

Laurie Payton
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Jamie Kokot
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Lindsey Beumer
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Keith Finley

What people are saying.

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"Lighthouse has proved invaluable to me as a writer."

"One of David’s strong points is helping the writer identify what’s working in the script and suggesting ways to make those elements even stronger. With this focus, some of the weak points seem to get fixed too."

"I’ve become a better writer after learning new tools and processes that I can apply to any script in the future."

“He has never imposed his own tastes or preferences on my work, and every session has yielded a far more dialed-in, polished, and impactful FINAL draft.”

"I won’t hesitate to use David in the future. His insights are always thoughtful and valuable."

“Thanks to David’s fresh and keen eyes, I was able to make adjustments throughout the script for the third act to culminate effectively, as well as fine-tune key relationships and motivations.”

"Each session refines my projects in new and exciting ways - richer, more dynamic characters, stronger emotional stakes, and a tighter, more economic script on the page."

"There was a part of a final showdown scene that was a bit flat. David helped me see that the fix might be in a better setup in a scene about 12 pages earlier. With that fix, the showdown worked much better."

"After the Idea Incubator, I’m better prepared for choosing and developing the next script idea."

"Following his notes one of our scripts was considered by HULU and SKY and is currently in the hands of an Emmy-nominated producer. I won’t hesitate to use David in the future."

"I always look forward to my Read & Call with David!"

"The best thing I can say is that he helped me want to keep trying."

"I both appreciate and envy his ability to give specific, clear, and actionable feedback that enhances the story I am trying to tell in my own unique tone and style."

"Now, I have a process for rewriting that focuses on one thing at a time, allowing me to really dig in on each pass."

“It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business.”

“It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business.”

“It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business.”

“It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business.”

“Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.”

“Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.”

“Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.”