WIFVNE Member Spotlight: Caitlin McCarthy
Award-Winning Screenwriter | Advocate for Women in Film

Meet Caitlin McCarthy, a fierce storyteller from Worcester, MA who tackles political and social issues through powerful female-driven scripts. By always putting female leads in her projects, her work is changing the film landscape. 

"I love using storytelling to tackle political and social issues with a wink -- blending humor with heartbreak while keeping the action front and center. Every script I write has a female lead because I believe in being the change. Even when I'm frustrated with the industry (and typing with my two middle fingers), I’m committed to getting my stories out there."

Upcoming Projects:

• WONDER DRUG – Now in development with Lori Singer directing and co-writing. www.wonderdrugthemovie.com

• GAELS – A TV series developed with support from the Scottish Government and Creative Scotland.

• PLAYING ALONG – Adaptation of Rory Samantha Green’s rom-com novel for the screen.

Honors: Academy Nicholl Top 10 Female Writer, Mass Cultural Council Dramatic Writing Fellowship, The Black List Featured Script.

Caitlin’s Advice to Female Creatives:

 "One yes can change your life -- but that only happens if you keep creating your own luck. Be relentless, make your own breaks, and prove the doubters wrong. Your guts and grace will inspire other women, so lift up your sisters. When one of us wins, we all do."

https://www.caitlinmccarthy.com/