How The Writers Of 'Tony' Found A New Recipe For Biopics

Time to delve into screenwriting parts unknown with the writers of one of 2026's most moving coming-of-age dramas. Todd Bartels and Lou Howe are my guests today, discussing in spoiler-filled detail how they cooked up a biopic exploring the teenage life and times of one Anthony Bourdain – author, chef and beloved TV travel host. Discover how they approached the various story threads and characters in the Matt Johnson-directed drama – and what they had to get right in the script to do right by the great man, whose memory could easily have been desecrated.Script Apart is hosted by LA-based journalist, screenwriter and script consultant Al Horner.For comprehensive feedback on your screenplay, head to scriptapart.com/coverage.Want more Script Apart in your life? Subscribe to our Substack today, featuring exclusive essays and interviews.Support for this episode comes from our friends at Final Draft.Follow Script Apart on Instagram and TikTok.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy