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Short Films: Writing the Screenplay

By Patrick Nash

Short Films: Writing the Screenplay

By Patrick Nash

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A complete guide to short film screenplays, from finding and developing that exciting idea to information on the technical revolution in digital filmmaking and distribution Every award-winning short film begins life with a clever idea, a good story, and a screenplay. Here Patrick Nash analyzes the process of writing short film screenplays and gives advice on story and structure, plot and pace, generating ideas, screenplay format, dialogue and format, and character design. He helps readers ensure that their writing will be fresh by discussing common clichés and stereotypes; conflict, obstacles, and stakes; eliciting emotion; and how to hook the viewer. The specifics of loglines, outlines, and synopses are also covered, as well as rewriting, length, practicalities, and budgets. The book also includes a number of award-winning scripts and interviews, advice and contributions from their award-winning screenwriters and a discussion of the benefits to writers of writing short screenplays.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
256
Release Date:
2012-06-01
Publication Date:
2012-01-12
Publisher:
Oldcastle Books Ltd
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1842435019
ISBN13:
9781842435014
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
241 g
Height:
128 cm
Width:
196 cm
Thickness:
30 cm
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