Your Script Under the Microscope Live 1:1
Live 1:1 Screenplay Coverage & Story Analysis
Real-Time Screenplay Development Sessions (Video Call) with a working screenwriter
Most screenplay coverage services give you a PDF.You read it. You feel confused. You don’t know what to fix.
I do it differently.I read your screenplay in advance, we work on the issues live, together, in real time during a Video Call.You see exactly what’s not working in your story and how to fix it.
A table-read style screenplay development experience. All work is confidential. No AI is used. Your ideas remain fully yours.
Olena ChepurnaScreenwriter • Story Consultant • Screenplay Analyst
What Is Screenplay Coverage?
Screenplay coverage is a professional analysis of a script used by studios, producers, and competitions to evaluate story, structure, characters, and market potential.
This service helps writers understand what works in their screenplay, what doesn’t, and how to improve it before submitting to producers or festivals.
Why most screenplay coverage services don’t work
Many writers today are frustrated with screenplay coverage. And so was I a few years ago.
• expensive reports up to $300–$700• generic feedback• AI-generated notes• no real development process
❌ You get feedback like this:
• “Characters need more depth”• “The pacing could be improved”• “The stakes are not high enough”• “Dialogue feels unnatural”• “The structure needs work”
You receive a document but no real clarity.You don’t know:
• what to fix first• how to fix it• why the story isn’t working
And you stay stuck in endless rewrites.
✅ what you really need is:
• “Your protagonist has no clear goal in Act 1 — this weakens the inciting incident”
• “The antagonist appears too late (page 45), so conflict starts too late”
• “Scene 12 repeats the same emotional beat as Scene 8 — cut or escalate”
• “Dialogue lacks subtext in confrontation scenes (especially pages 30–35)”
I will show you exactly what needs to be fixed and how to fix it. After you rewrite, we meet again, read the scenes out loud, and evaluate how they work.
This becomes a table-read style development process, where we test the story in real time.
Live Screenplay Analysis - What Makes This Different?
This is not just coverage. This is live story development.
✔ We begin with a free consultation to determine if we’re a good fit and how I can best support your project
✔ We work together in real time
✔ You can ask questions and get immediate answers
✔ I explain every issue clearly
✔ We fix problems directly during the session
The written report is only a summary. The real work happens during the live sessions. We have a table-read style development experience, where we test the story in real time and read the whole screenplay out loud.This is how I actually wrote my first screenplay. I had live sessions with a teacher from screenwriting school back in 2021.
Live Screenplay Analysis Working Language
I work in English and Ukrainian, and sessions can be conducted in either language based on your preference and comfort.
If you are a native English speaker: I focus on structure, story, and concept.If you are a non-native speaker (B2–C1): I also help strengthen dialogue and clarity.
If your English needs improvement:→ English for Screenwriters course based on 8 films about writers and one season of the TV series Hollywood (2020).Developed within the “English with Movies” educational project.
Who Live 1:1 Screenplay Coverage Is For
• Screenwriters with a completed first draft ready for professional development
• Writers preparing projects for submission to producers, competitions, or festivals
• Filmmakers developing narrative-driven short or feature projects
• Authors seeking clarity, structure, and strategic direction
• Writers who value direct collaboration and real-time problem solving
What You Get
This service includes:
✔ full script reading by me personally, not AI✔ live 1:1 development sessions (you choose how many sessions are needed)✔ deep story analysis (structure, characters, conflict)✔ clear rewrite strategy✔ market positioning insights✔ written summary report (PDF)✔ a table-read style screenplay development experience, where we test the story in real time
What Is NOT Included
This service does not include doing the work instead of the writer:
✕ rewriting your script ✕ writing new scenes✕ line-by-line editing✕ ghostwriting✕ formatting corrections✕ guarantees of sales, production, or festival selection
How the Process Works
Free Consultation & Fit
We start with a free 30-minute call to understand your script and goals.
Script Submission
You send your screenplay via email. I read it before the session.
Live Analysis Sessions
We work together during video calls.
We break down your story, identify problems, and build solutions in real time.
Summary & Next Steps
You receive a written summary and clear strategy for your next draft.
Why Work With Me
• I’ve written 7 feature screenplays and 7 books based on them
• 17 years of teaching experience as an English teacher using the “Learn English with Movies” approach; founder of Olena Chepurna Language School (2014–2024)
• Created over hundred workbooks for popular movies and workbooks for five TV Series, focused on developing natural, fluent English through storytelling and dialogue analysis (as part of the “English with Movies” project)
• Work across genres: drama, sci-fi, fantasy, family
• Studied screenwriting and storytelling in Ukraine and the United Kingdom:– Introduction to Screenwriting, Central Film School (Class of Nico Tatarowicz), London– Courses in writing, screenwriting, creative storytelling, and novel writing, RIBA Academy, Ukraine
• Work with both native and non-native English speakers
• Fluent in English and Ukrainian, with working knowledge of French and German
Screenplay Coverage Services & Pricing
Pricing depends on the level of support and number of live sessions required.
Refund & Payment Policy
Payments are made to an official business account.
Sessions are confirmed after payment.
Rescheduling is possible with 24 hours’ notice.
No refunds after the session has taken place.
LIVE SCRIPT ANALYSIS
Focused Script Analysis
✔ 1 free consultation (30 min)✔ 1 live 1:1 session (60 min)✔ Full script reading by me personally✔ Targeted analysis of your script (key issues, structure, characters)✔ Clear, practical recommendations✔ Ability to ask questions and get immediate answers✔ Short written summary after the session
Best for: quick feedback and identifying main problems
Price: $80 per one live session
DEVELOPMENT PACKAGE
Full Script Development (deeper analysis + Strategy)
✔ 1 free consultation (30 min)✔ 2-5 live 1:1 sessions (60 min each)✔ Full script reading by me personally✔ In-depth story analysis (structure, characters, conflict, pacing)✔ Real-time problem solving during sessions✔ Clear rewrite strategy✔ Reading key scenes out loud during the session✔ Written summary report (PDF)
Best for: serious rewrite and taking your script to the next level
Price: $80 per one live session
SCREENPLAY COVERAGE EXAMPLES
Below are sample screenplay analyses demonstrating how professional story coverage identifies both the strengths of a well-constructed script and the structural weaknesses that can prevent a story from reaching its full potential.
Masterpiece Analysis
Example of a Perfectly Built Story
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest
✔ Clear central conflict
✔ Powerful protagonist vs antagonist dynamic
✔ Strong thematic architecture
✔ Emotional payoff in Act III
This analysis demonstrates how great storytelling functions when every narrative element supports the central theme.
Development Case Study
Example of a Script That Needs Structural Work
This analysis demonstrates how screenplay coverage identifies problems in:
• story structure
• character motivation
• weak dramatic stakes
• unclear theme
• pacing issues
Instead of simply criticizing a script, the goal is to show how the story can be strengthened through development.
FAQ – Screenplay Coverage
What exactly is this service?
Your Script Under the Microscope is a live 1:1 screenplay analysis and development service.
I read your script closely and break down how it works on the page: structure, conflict, character arcs, dialogue, theme, pacing, and overall story design.
We then work together in real time to identify what’s not working, why it’s happening, and how to fix it.
The goal is not just to point out problems, but to give you clear understanding and a practical path to a stronger next draft.Is this the same as script editing or rewriting?
No. This is analysis, not ghostwriting. I do not rewrite the screenplay for you. Instead, I show you where the story is working, where it is losing power, and what needs to be strengthened so you can revise with clarity.
Is this service only for finished scripts?
No. You can send a finished draft, an early draft, or even a screenplay that you know is still messy. In many cases, analysis is most useful before the script is polished, because it helps identify deeper structural issues early.
What genres do you work with?
I work with feature screenplays across multiple genres, including drama, thriller, sci-fi, fantasy, animation, psychological stories, and emotionally driven character narratives. If the story has ambition, conflict, and cinematic intention, it can be analyzed.
Will you be brutally honest?
Yes, but never careless.
My goal is not to “destroy” a script. My goal is to tell the truth about what is happening on the page in a way that is clear, professional, and useful. Strong coverage should help the writer grow, not shut them down.What if my script has serious problems?
That is exactly why coverage exists.
A weak second act, unclear protagonist goal, flat dialogue, low stakes, tonal confusion, or an ending that does not land — all of these can be identified and addressed. The earlier you see the problem, the easier it is to fix.Do you only focus on flaws?
No. I also identify strengths.
A screenplay develops best when the writer understands both:
what is not working and what is already powerful.
Part of my job is to help you protect the strongest parts of your script while improving the weak ones.Can this help if I want to submit to competitions, producers, or festivals?
Yes. This service is especially useful if you plan to submit your screenplay professionally. Coverage helps you understand whether the script is clear, emotionally effective, structurally solid, and ready for readers in the industry.
Do you analyze theme, symbolism, and deeper meaning or only structure?
I analyze both.
I look at the screenplay as a story system: structure, character, conflict, pacing, visual storytelling, theme, symbolism, and emotional effect. If something deeper is already present in your script, I will identify it. If something is missing, I will show where the meaning is not fully landing.How much do your services cost?
Pricing varies depending on the depth of analysis and the number of live sessions required.
Services range from $80 for a focused live session to $180–$250 for a full development process.
During the free consultation, we determine the best approach for your script.
Start with a free consultation
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