This is a workshop for those who wish to learn the foundations and processes for writing feature-length motion picture screenplays. Adaptations, documentary, and television scripts may be written with the instructor's permission. Topics covered include concept and theme development, dramatic structure, plot, character arc, dialogue writing, the use of visual language, and writing in format. By the semester's end, students produce a full feature film treatment and complete act one of their film in script format. Class meetings consist of presentation and discussion of work, writing exercises, brief lectures, film, and script analyses. At the semester's end, actors do readings of script segments.
Registration Closes: August 29, 2024
Credits: 4
View Tuition Information Term
Fall Term 2024
Part of Term
Full Term
Format
Live Attendance Web Conference
Credit Status
Undergraduate
Section Status
Open