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An online screenwriting course and coaching program where you learn to write a high-quality feature film screenplay, and you can confidently pitch to producers in just 15 days, writing only 2hrs/day Professional screenwriter and filmmaker Matthew Currie Holmes coaches you through everything you need to create a compelling draft of your feature film. Overcome writer's block and imposter syndrome and get your script pitch ready!


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Matt is just great

Matt is just great. His decades of experience and the different hats he's worn have helped him teach from an insider's perspective. He comes across as learned yet humble, and he is most generous with his time.

March 25, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Matt from Fastdraft is a very good…

Matt from Fastdraft is a very good instructor that goes through the ins and outs of writing a good story. He uses his 25 years of industry experience as examples of good writing vs bad writing. My favourite part of his webinars is he'll take questions after the lesson.

March 6, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Matthew doesn’t just teach…



Matthew doesn’t just teach screenwriting—he teaches you how to think like a storyteller. His humor and razor-sharp insights make every lesson engaging and transformative. He’s not afraid to tell you what’s holding you back, but he does it with so much warmth and encouragement that you feel empowered, not criticized.

I’ve learned more from a single session with Matthew than from months of other courses. He knows his stuff inside and out, and his focus on mindset is what really sets him apart.

His script notes are so valuable, full of great insight and teaching moments. I am so grateful to have such an amazing writing mentor. He has taken me from a newbie writer who didn't know what she was doing to giving me advanced notes on my scripts.

I highly recommend MCH!!

February 11, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I'm so glad I took this course. It has taught me more than I thought possible. I finally finished a screenplay!

I'm so glad I took this course. Matthew has a gift for teaching that is easy to learn from his classes.
He genuinely wants to make sure that students gain an understanding of the concepts that he teaches. Matthew has a wealth of information that he is glad to share with students.
Mathew is also great with customer service, there is no doubt that you will learn.

March 22, 2024
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Thank you, Jack!! It's such a thrill seeing how far you've come and continuing to watch you grow as a screenwriter and storyteller!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Best Decision I’ve Made for My Writing Career

Matthew Currie Holmes, aka MCH, is hands-down one of the best screenwriting teachers out there... and I've worked with a lot of them! He’s not just great at explaining techniques in a way that actually makes sense, but he also makes the whole writing process feel doable, even exciting.

What makes The Fast Draft Method so special is how it tackles both the craft and the mental side of writing. MCH really helps you push past fears like imposter syndrome and gets you into a confident, "let's crush this" mindset. His focus on momentum over perfection creates such a supportive, no-judgment vibe that makes it easier to grow as a writer.

The course is super well-organized and keeps you moving forward with his unique techniques. His approach to structure and character development is something you won’t find anywhere else; it’s completely his own.

As someone who’s been in the industry as a filmmaker and producer, I’ve seen a lot, and let me tell you, MCH is the real deal. He knows how to write scripts that sell because he’s done it himself. He’s sold scripts, made movies, and brings that real-world experience to every lesson.

If you’re looking to build your skills, boost your confidence, and feel truly supported, The Fast Draft Method is the way to go.

January 18, 2025
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Wow, I am truly humbled by this. Thank you, Montgomery. I'm thrilled you got so much out of the course. Keep an eye out for updates. We're just getting started ;)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 I'm now a Screenwriter!

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Fast Draft Course Made My Dream of Writing a Screenplay a Reality!

Before taking the Fast Draft Course, I had never written a full screenplay. I had ideas—plenty of them—but I had no idea how to turn them into a cohesive, compelling story. This course completely changed that. From day one, it felt like I had found the roadmap I’d been searching for.

The lessons are clear, engaging, and incredibly practical, even for someone starting with zero experience. They break down what might seem like an overwhelming process into simple, manageable steps that make writing a screenplay not just achievable, but exciting.

If you’ve ever thought, “I’d love to write a screenplay, but I don’t know where to start,” then this is the course! By the time you finish, you’ll not only have a full draft of your screenplay—you’ll have the skills and confidence to write another one!

This course is truly for everyone, no matter your starting point.
I no longer have to dream of being a screenwriter, after completing The Fast Draft Method, I am one!!
And looking to sell my first script and already writing the next one!!

January 12, 2025
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Thank you so much for the kind words and for taking the time to review. I'm thrilled you're getting so much out of the Fast Draft Method! I'm so excited to see what you do next!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I wrote the script I’ve been dreaming to write my entire life!

Matthew Currie Holmes (MCH) and The Fast Draft Method have helped me fulfill a lifelong dream of writing a screenplay.

For years, I had stories, treatments, and drafts hidden away, collecting dust. I’ve taken other screenwriting classes and workshops, but I could never get action and dialogue onto the page.

MCH’s teaching style is energetic and charismatic, and with 25 years of experience as a director and actor, he knows his stuff. He makes screenwriting fun, approachable, and nothing to fear.

Each week, he leads funny, upbeat, professional Facebook Live sessions, giving members the inside scoop on writing, pitching, and navigating the industry (he lives in LA). Thanks to his guidance, I’ve done in days what I’d been putting off for decades: I’ve written my first script.

If you’ve ever dreamed of writing your own screenplay, I can’t recommend this course enough—or at least join the weekly Facebook Lives. You’ll have a great time, learn so much, and finally find your muse!

And if you also dream of producing your film (at 65, I’m pursuing my second career as a producer,) check out The Producer’s Blueprint. It takes the intimidation out of the production process.

January 10, 2025
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Reply from The Fast Draft Method

Thank you so much, Lisa. You have become a bona fide screenwriter and film producer, my friend, and I cannot wait to see where this takes you.

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