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Learn To Write Movies: Screenwriting Step by Step

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Overview

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Have you got a great idea for a movie but are unsure how to write the script? Think screenwriting is too hard? Or maybe you've always wanted to be a script writer but didn't really know where to start... Well, I've got you covered.

Learn to Write Movies takes aspiring writers through the art of screenwriting, step by step. It covers all you need to know, from coming up with concepts and creating characters to theme, employing structure and writing techniques. With a mix of theory, examples from modern movies and worksheets to fill out as you go through the course, it will give you the confidence to write a great script, first time.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

Each section of the course concentrates on a particular facet of your screenplay.

  • Concept  
  • Hero/Protagonist
  • Villain/Antagonist
  • Theme
  • Supporting Characters
  • Structure
  • Writing
  • Constructing Scenes
  • Dialogue

We will go over each area in detail so that by the time you have completed the course and filled out the included worksheets, you will have your entire movie planned out and have all the knowledge you need to finish an amazing script.

The presentations can be downloaded here: Learn To Write Movies Presentation

By the end of the course you will:

  • Have all the knowledge you need in order to write a great screenplay.
  • By filling in the worksheets as you go, you will have planned out your entire movie by the end of this course!
  • Create 3 dimensional, memorable characters that will get a Producer's attention.
  • Understand theme and how to use it to take your writing to the next level.
  • Structure your movie to Hollywood standards.
  • Write captivating scenes and keep your readers on the edge of their seats.
  • Get the most out of your ideas and turn them in to winning concepts.

Syllabus

  • Introduction
  • What is your concept?
  • Making your goal compelling.
  • Connecting with your hero.
  • Creating empathy.
  • Your hero's transformational arc.
  • A good baddie.
  • Contrast and villains.
  • Understanding theme.
  • Theme case study.
  • Supporting characters.
  • Why use Structure?
  • Act 1 - The First 10 Pages
  • Act 1 - The Inciting Incident
  • Act 2 - Part 1
  • Act 2 - Part 2
  • Act 3
  • The two deadly sins of Screenwriting.
  • The key to great description.
  • What goes into making a great scene?
  • Keeping your readers enthralled.
  • Dialogue techniques.
  • The end?

Taught by

John Watts

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