Michael Lengsfield

Michael Lengsfield is an Associate Professor at the School of Media, Language and Communication Studies, University of East Anglia, where he contributes to the Creative Writing Research Group and the Film, Television and Media research cluster. His academic and professional work bridges creative practice and scholarly inquiry in scriptwriting and adaptation.

Education:

• BA, Connecticut College
• MFA, Columbia University

Michael's primary research interests lie in scriptwriting and the theory and practice of screen adaptation. With extensive professional experience as a screenwriter for The Walt Disney Company, Harpo Entertainment, and production firms like Imagine Entertainment and Showtime Networks, his work integrates industry practice with academic exploration. He focuses on narrative transformation across media, particularly from literary or original sources to film and television formats.

While no recent articles are listed, his scholarly and creative output centers on pedagogical and practical approaches to scriptwriting, especially adaptation techniques. His work reflects a strong engagement with both creative process and media industry dynamics.

Scientific Awards:

• CINE Golden Eagle Award

Michael led a significant training project funded by Creative Skillset titled 'An introduction to scriptwriting/scriptwriting - screen adaptation' from August 2015 to March 2019, collaborating with H. Gillespie. This initiative aimed to develop professional scriptwriting skills with a focus on adaptation, demonstrating his commitment to education and industry collaboration. There is no mention of grant funding beyond this project or of student supervision.

He is associated with research groups in Creative Writing and Film, Television and Media at UEA, contributing to a vibrant interdisciplinary environment in the Arts and Humanities. His office is located in the Arts and Humanities Building (rooms 2.24 and 2.24B), reflecting his integration within the school’s academic and creative infrastructure.