The 1497 Writers Lab is designed to elevate and develop screenplays by writers of South Asian descent. 

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We believe in a holistic approach that will assist the Writer's creative and career journey. As a result, each selected Mentee will go through a 4-phased process: 

 

  1. Peer to Peer Workshops

  2. Script Coaching and Development

  3. Mentorship

  4. Advisory Sessions

Below are the 2020 Writers Lab industry participants. Click their names for more information

MENTORS

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Writer / Director

GURINDER CHADHA

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BEND IT LIKE BECKHAM

BLINDED BY THE LIGHT

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Writer / Director

ANEESH CHAGANTY

SEARCHING

RUN

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Writer / Director

MARYAM KESHAVARZ

CIRCUMSTANCE

VIPER CLUB

ADVISORS

Agent

LOUISE KESHAVIAH

GERSH

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Manager

KEN LEE

BRILLSTEIN PARTNERS

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PRIYA SATIANI

Manager

MANAGEMENT 360

SCRIPT DEVELOPMENT

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ADRIENNE WEISS