Screenplay:
Course Description:
This course aims to equip students with the fundamental skills for writing screenplays and developing stories for films and television series. Students will learn how to build ideas, develop characters, and craft story structure in a professionally formatted manner.
Course Objectives:
– Learn techniques for idea development and story building.
– Master the essential components of screenplay writing, including loglines and themes.
– Learn how to write and format a screenplay professionally.
Required Materials:
– Resources and educational books on screenplay writing.
– Professional screenplay writing software (such as Celtx or Final Draft).
Assessment Methods:
– Participation in discussions and attendance: 20%
– Assignments and film analysis: 50%
– Final project or exam: 30%
Course Content:
1. Introduction to Screenwriting:
– History of screenwriting and its importance in the film industry.
– Overview of screenplay formatting and terminology.
2. Idea Development:
– Techniques for fostering creativity and ideas.
– Building ideas and transforming them into viable stories.
3. Story Structure:
– Fundamentals of story structure.
– Developing plot and characters.
4. Screenplay Writing:
– Writing the screenplay in a professional format.
– Techniques for character development and dialogue.
5. Professional Formatting:
– How to format the text according to global professional standards.
– Using tools and software for professional screenplay writing.
