Writing Characters for Film and Television - Expert Tips and Techniques

Overview

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Dive into a comprehensive video compilation featuring expert insights on character development for film and television. Learn from industry professionals as they share invaluable tips on story structure, creating likable characters, writing compelling villains, and crafting engaging scenes. Explore techniques for developing wounded heroes, balancing character flaws, and establishing emotional connections with the audience. Gain screenwriting wisdom on comedy writing, the importance of the first 10 pages, and essential elements of character development. Discover how to improve your screenplay through expert analysis and practical advice from seasoned writers and directors in this 1-hour 16-minute masterclass on creating memorable characters for the screen.

Syllabus

- A Revelation In Story Structure I Wish I Had Learned 10 Years Earlier by Michael Hauge
- Why Most Screenplays Are Bad by Peter Russell
- How To Make An Audience Care About Your Characters by John Truby
- A Common Mistake Screenwriters Make When Developing Their Characters by Steve Kaplan
- What Must Happen In The First 10 Pages Of Every Screenplay by Michael Hauge
- Why Most Screenplays Are Bad by Peter Russell
- The #1 Most Important Element Of Developing A Character by John Truby
- Unlocking The Secret To Story by Michael Hauge
- An Example Of A Wounded Hero Given A Chance To Change by Peter Russell
- A Couple Of My Hidden Tools For Comedy Writing by Steve Kaplan
- First Step In Writing A Screenplay by Peter Russell
- Screenwriting Gold For Any Screenwriter by Zoe Cassavetes
- First Step In Writing A Screenplay by Peter Russell
- The Audience Wants To Feel An Emotional Connection With Your Movie by Michael Hauge & Mark W. Travis
- The #1 Tip To Writing Likable Characters by Steve Kaplan
- Perfect Characters Must Have Flaws For An Audience To Like Them by Peter Russell
- A Couple Of My Hidden Tools For Comedy Writing by Steve Kaplan
- How To Direct A Great Scene by Mark W. Travis
- How To Write A Great Scene by Michael Hauge
- Casting For A Reality TV Show by Troy DeVolld
- The Answer To What Characters Want by Michael Hauge & Mark W. Travis
- Screenwriting Structure And Conflict Tips For Screenwriters by Steve Kaplan
- Casting For A Reality TV Show by Troy DeVolld
- When A Character Walks the Line Between Good and Evil by Pamela Jaye Smith
- Tips On Writing A Villain Character by Thunder Levin
- The Power Of The Darkside: When A Good Character Turns Bad by Pamela Jaye Smith
- Writing The Ultimate Evil Character by Pamela Jaye Smith
- The Formula For Writing A Great Comedy Script
- Screenwriting Analysis That Can Help A Screenwriter Improve Their Screenplay by Michael Hauge & Mark W. Travis