Director Benny Boom to headline Jamaican screenwriters workshop

American film and music video director Benny Boom is set to be a featured speaker at the fourth annual Screenwriter’s Workshop in Jamaica. Hosted by Strike Star Entertainment from September 15-16 at the Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts, the event aims to introduce aspiring professionals to the film industry.

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I’m bringing my experience, my perspective, and my commitment to helping writers understand how powerful their voice is.

Boom, who is returning for his second year, emphasized his dedication to empowering emerging writers. "I'm bringing my experience, my perspective, and my commitment to helping writers understand how powerful their voice is," he stated. He aims to provide practical guidance, explaining how directors interpret scripts and translate them into compelling visual stories. "You can expect clarity and real, practical guidance. I want writers to understand how directors read scripts, how we translate words into images, and what makes a story visually compelling," Boom said.

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So, when I step into this workshop, I’m bringing that same spirit: honesty, mentorship, and a real desire to help emerging writers elevate their craft.

The director, known for his work on films like "All Eyez on Me" and music videos for artists such as Sean Paul, Nicki Minaj, and Burna Boy, expressed his enthusiasm for supporting Jamaican talent. "Coming back for a second year was an easy decision, this workshop is doing real work for Jamaican creatives, and I’m proud to support it," he affirmed. Boom also shared his appreciation for Jamaica's unique culture and creative energy, noting, "Jamaica has a rhythm that inspires you. The culture, the people, the energy, it’s all authentic."

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You can expect clarity and real, practical guidance. I want writers to understand how directors read scripts, how we translate words into images, and what makes a story visually compelling. I want participants to walk away with tools they can use immediately.