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On Story

Austin Film Festival's ON STORY is a half-hour series that gives a behind the scenes look at the creative process of the country's most beloved movies and TV shows. The show is a mash-up of footage of screenwriter and filmmakers discussing their craft and films. Each episode is thematically paired with one or two short films, with an introduction from the film's writer or director. LA Times film critic Kenneth Turan says: "On Story" is film school in a box, a lifetime's worth of filmmaking knowledge squeezed into half-hour packages."

On Story  
  • Nikyatu Jusu: A Conversation
    Tuesday, December 24
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on On Story, emerging writer-director and recipient of AFF's 2022 New Voice award, Nikyatu Jusu discusses her early short films as well as the process behind creating her debut feature, horror-thriller, Nanny. Jusu expands on both the career and creative steps that lead to her film's breakout success.
  • James Grey: A Conversation
    Saturday, December 28
    11:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on On Story, writer-director James Gray discusses the evolution of his creative process and career starting from his first feature film Little Odessa to his newest film, Armageddon Time, inspired by his childhood. Gray expands on how he translated his personal experience into a story with broad audience appeal.
  • On Writing Action: Ambulance with Chris Fedak
    Tuesday, December 31
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on On Story, we hear from action writer Chris Fedak. Blockbuster action sequences are a fantastic spectacle to behold. However, when all hell is breaking loose on screen, what does that look like on the page? The writer of Michael Bay's 2022 film Ambulance, Chris Fedak, joins us to use the film as a case study to discuss writing compelling action that pushes the story forward.
  • On Writing Dark Winds with Graham Roland
    Saturday, January 4
    11:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Creator and showrunner Graham Roland joins us for a conversation on his newest series, AMC's Dark Winds. Based on a novel series by Tony Hillerman and already renewed for a second season, the show follows two Navajo police officers in the 1970s as they investigate a string of crimes. Roland will discuss the development process and the importance of creating the show through a Native American lens.
  • James Grey: A Conversation
    Tuesday, January 7
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on On Story, writer-director James Gray discusses the evolution of his creative process and career starting from his first feature film Little Odessa to his newest film, Armageddon Time, inspired by his childhood. Gray expands on how he translated his personal experience into a story with broad audience appeal.
  • A Conversation with Dede Gardner
    Saturday, January 11
    11:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Dede Gardner, producer and president of Plan B Entertainment, is AFF's 2022 recipient of the Polly Platt Award for Producing. The two-time Oscar winner, behind films like 12 Years a Slave, Moonlight, and Sarah Polley's new film Women Talking, joins us to discuss her extraordinary achievements and success as one of Hollywood's most lauded and in-demand producers.
  • On Writing Dark Winds with Graham Roland
    Tuesday, January 14
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Creator and showrunner Graham Roland joins us for a conversation on his newest series, AMC's Dark Winds. Based on a novel series by Tony Hillerman and already renewed for a second season, the show follows two Navajo police officers in the 1970s as they investigate a string of crimes. Roland will discuss the development process and the importance of creating the show through a Native American lens.
  • Re-Living Palm Springs with Andy Siara
    Saturday, January 18
    11:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Writer Andy Siara's breakout science fiction romantic comedy Palm Springs is an irreverent tale of two lovers trapped inside a mysterious time warp. Join Siara for a breakdown of the story's time-bending structure.
  • A Conversation with Dede Gardner
    Tuesday, January 21
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Dede Gardner, producer and president of Plan B Entertainment, is AFF's 2022 recipient of the Polly Platt Award for Producing. The two-time Oscar winner, behind films like 12 Years a Slave, Moonlight, and Sarah Polley's new film Women Talking, joins us to discuss her extraordinary achievements and success as one of Hollywood's most lauded and in-demand producers.
  • On Writing: Never Have I Ever with Lang Fisher
    Saturday, January 25
    11:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Lang Fisher has an impressive history of writing and producing hilarious, smart television, and her work as co-creator and showrunner of Never Have I Ever is no exception. Gather around to learn about the process and stories behind this fresh, coming-of-age comedy that balances diverse representation, witty dialogue, and relatable themes for teens and adults alike.
  • Re-Living Palm Springs with Andy Siara
    Tuesday, January 28
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Writer Andy Siara's breakout science fiction romantic comedy Palm Springs is an irreverent tale of two lovers trapped inside a mysterious time warp. Join Siara for a breakdown of the story's time-bending structure.
  • A Conversation with Edward Neumeier
    Saturday, February 1
    11:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Sci-fi enthusiasts should show up for this mind-bending conversation with Edward Neumeier, the writer behind RoboCop and Starship Troopers. Neumeier will discuss his classic films, writing science fiction, and his knack for disguising deep issues within palatable media.
  • On Writing: Never Have I Ever with Lang Fisher
    Tuesday, February 4
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Lang Fisher has an impressive history of writing and producing hilarious, smart television, and her work as co-creator and showrunner of Never Have I Ever is no exception. Gather around to learn about the process and stories behind this fresh, coming-of-age comedy that balances diverse representation, witty dialogue, and relatable themes for teens and adults alike.
  • A Conversation with Edward Neumeier
    Tuesday, February 11
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Sci-fi enthusiasts should show up for this mind-bending conversation with Edward Neumeier, the writer behind RoboCop and Starship Troopers. Neumeier will discuss his classic films, writing science fiction, and his knack for disguising deep issues within palatable media.

 

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  • James Grey: A Conversation
    Sunday, December 22
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on On Story, writer-director James Gray discusses the evolution of his creative process and career starting from his first feature film Little Odessa to his newest film, Armageddon Time, inspired by his childhood. Gray expands on how he translated his personal experience into a story with broad audience appeal.
  • On Writing Action: Ambulance with Chris Fedak
    Saturday, December 21
    11:02 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on On Story, we hear from action writer Chris Fedak. Blockbuster action sequences are a fantastic spectacle to behold. However, when all hell is breaking loose on screen, what does that look like on the page? The writer of Michael Bay's 2022 film Ambulance, Chris Fedak, joins us to use the film as a case study to discuss writing compelling action that pushes the story forward.
  • On Writing Ghosts with Joe Wiseman
    Tuesday, December 17
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on On Story, producer and showrunner Joe Wiseman discusses his work behind the American adaptation of the BBC's hit comedy series, Ghosts. Wiseman deep-dives into the art of adaptation, finding the perfect cast, and the process of recreating the story for an American audience.
  • On Writing Action: Ambulance with Chris Fedak
    Sunday, December 15
    2:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on On Story, we hear from action writer Chris Fedak. Blockbuster action sequences are a fantastic spectacle to behold. However, when all hell is breaking loose on screen, what does that look like on the page? The writer of Michael Bay's 2022 film Ambulance, Chris Fedak, joins us to use the film as a case study to discuss writing compelling action that pushes the story forward.
  • On Writing Action: Ambulance with Chris Fedak
    Sunday, December 15
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on On Story, we hear from action writer Chris Fedak. Blockbuster action sequences are a fantastic spectacle to behold. However, when all hell is breaking loose on screen, what does that look like on the page? The writer of Michael Bay's 2022 film Ambulance, Chris Fedak, joins us to use the film as a case study to discuss writing compelling action that pushes the story forward.
  • On Writing Ghosts with Joe Wiseman
    Saturday, December 14
    11:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on On Story, producer and showrunner Joe Wiseman discusses his work behind the American adaptation of the BBC's hit comedy series, Ghosts. Wiseman deep-dives into the art of adaptation, finding the perfect cast, and the process of recreating the story for an American audience.
  • Stephen Merchant: A Conversation
    Tuesday, December 10
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on On Story, comedy-writer extraordinaire Stephen Merchant discusses co-creating the BBC's original series, The Office, his work on Hello Ladies, and his new series The Outlaws, while speaking to crafting relatable characters and how he found comedy inspiration from drama.
  • Nikyatu Jusu: A Conversation
    Sunday, December 8
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on On Story, emerging writer-director and recipient of AFF's 2022 New Voice award, Nikyatu Jusu discusses her early short films as well as the process behind creating her debut feature, horror-thriller, Nanny. Jusu expands on both the career and creative steps that lead to her film's breakout success.
  • Stephen Merchant: A Conversation
    Saturday, December 7
    11:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on On Story, comedy-writer extraordinaire Stephen Merchant discusses co-creating the BBC's original series, The Office, his work on Hello Ladies, and his new series The Outlaws, while speaking to crafting relatable characters and how he found comedy inspiration from drama.
  • Inside the Making of THE BIKERIDERS with Jeff Nichols
    Tuesday, December 3
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on ON STORY, Lee Eisenberg lends his insights into writing the THE OFFICE's iconic "Dinner Party" episode and creating the hysterical viral sensation, reality-sitcom hybrid, JURY DUTY.
  • On Writing Ghosts with Joe Wiseman
    Sunday, December 1
    2:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on On Story, producer and showrunner Joe Wiseman discusses his work behind the American adaptation of the BBC's hit comedy series, Ghosts. Wiseman deep-dives into the art of adaptation, finding the perfect cast, and the process of recreating the story for an American audience.
  • On Writing Ghosts with Joe Wiseman
    Sunday, December 1
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on On Story, producer and showrunner Joe Wiseman discusses his work behind the American adaptation of the BBC's hit comedy series, Ghosts. Wiseman deep-dives into the art of adaptation, finding the perfect cast, and the process of recreating the story for an American audience.
  • Inside the Making of THE BIKERIDERS with Jeff Nichols
    Saturday, November 30
    11:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on ON STORY, Lee Eisenberg lends his insights into writing the THE OFFICE's iconic "Dinner Party" episode and creating the hysterical viral sensation, reality-sitcom hybrid, JURY DUTY.
  • 4 Writing a Period Piece
    Tuesday, November 26
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on ON STORY, join Bridgerton producer Alison Eakle and RATCHED creator Evan Romansky as they discuss the research that goes into creating a period piece, making decisions about accuracy versus creative liberties, and successfully marrying a modern audience with a bygone era.
  • Stephen Merchant: A Conversation
    Sunday, November 24
    2:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on On Story, comedy-writer extraordinaire Stephen Merchant discusses co-creating the BBC's original series, The Office, his work on Hello Ladies, and his new series The Outlaws, while speaking to crafting relatable characters and how he found comedy inspiration from drama.
  • Stephen Merchant: A Conversation
    Sunday, November 24
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on On Story, comedy-writer extraordinaire Stephen Merchant discusses co-creating the BBC's original series, The Office, his work on Hello Ladies, and his new series The Outlaws, while speaking to crafting relatable characters and how he found comedy inspiration from drama.
  • 4 Writing a Period Piece
    Saturday, November 23
    11:02 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on ON STORY, join Bridgerton producer Alison Eakle and RATCHED creator Evan Romansky as they discuss the research that goes into creating a period piece, making decisions about accuracy versus creative liberties, and successfully marrying a modern audience with a bygone era.
  • A Conversation with Katrin Benedikt
    Tuesday, November 19
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on ON STORY, Katrin Benedikt delves into successfully selling an idea, shepherding the script during production, and collaborating with other writers on political action films OLYMPUS HAS FALLEN and EXPENDABLES 3.
  • Inside the Making of THE BIKERIDERS with Jeff Nichols
    Sunday, November 17
    2:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on ON STORY, Lee Eisenberg lends his insights into writing the THE OFFICE's iconic "Dinner Party" episode and creating the hysterical viral sensation, reality-sitcom hybrid, JURY DUTY.
  • Inside the Making of THE BIKERIDERS with Jeff Nichols
    Sunday, November 17
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on ON STORY, Lee Eisenberg lends his insights into writing the THE OFFICE's iconic "Dinner Party" episode and creating the hysterical viral sensation, reality-sitcom hybrid, JURY DUTY.
  • A Conversation with Katrin Benedikt
    Saturday, November 16
    11:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on ON STORY, Katrin Benedikt delves into successfully selling an idea, shepherding the script during production, and collaborating with other writers on political action films OLYMPUS HAS FALLEN and EXPENDABLES 3.
  • A Conversation with Max Borenstein
    Tuesday, November 12
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on ON STORY, Max Borenstein, the scribe behind GODZILLA VS KONG discusses the challenges of creating a cinematic universe on film.
  • 4 Writing a Period Piece
    Sunday, November 10
    2:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on ON STORY, join Bridgerton producer Alison Eakle and RATCHED creator Evan Romansky as they discuss the research that goes into creating a period piece, making decisions about accuracy versus creative liberties, and successfully marrying a modern audience with a bygone era.
  • 4 Writing a Period Piece
    Sunday, November 10
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on ON STORY, join Bridgerton producer Alison Eakle and RATCHED creator Evan Romansky as they discuss the research that goes into creating a period piece, making decisions about accuracy versus creative liberties, and successfully marrying a modern audience with a bygone era.
  • A Conversation with Max Borenstein
    Saturday, November 9
    11:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on ON STORY, Max Borenstein, the scribe behind GODZILLA VS KONG discusses the challenges of creating a cinematic universe on film.
  • Film to TV Adaptations: A Conversation with Noah Hawley
    Tuesday, November 5
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on ON STORY, Noah Hawley, the creator of celebrated anthology series FARGO, discusses his experiences adapting feature films into episodic storytelling.
  • A Conversation with Katrin Benedikt
    Sunday, November 3
    2:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on ON STORY, Katrin Benedikt delves into successfully selling an idea, shepherding the script during production, and collaborating with other writers on political action films OLYMPUS HAS FALLEN and EXPENDABLES 3.
  • A Conversation with Katrin Benedikt
    Sunday, November 3
    4:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on ON STORY, Katrin Benedikt delves into successfully selling an idea, shepherding the script during production, and collaborating with other writers on political action films OLYMPUS HAS FALLEN and EXPENDABLES 3.
  • Film to TV Adaptations: A Conversation with Noah Hawley
    Saturday, November 2
    11:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This week on ON STORY, Noah Hawley, the creator of celebrated anthology series FARGO, discusses his experiences adapting feature films into episodic storytelling.