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SCREENWRITING

Before a film finds its home on the big screen, it must first exist in written form as a screenplay. Screenwriting, or the written version of film, is a very specific type of writing that can be incredibly challenging as a screenwriter must structure their story for viewing, not reading as most writers do.

 

To begin, complete the following lessons below:

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LECTURE - Writing for Film

A presentation covering the basics of single-column screenplay writing. Click the VIEW NOW to access the class notes.

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WATCH - Basics of Screenwriting

Russel from Indy Mogul quickly overviews the five basic elements of Screenplay formatting in this fast paced online tutorial. Click the WATCH NOW button to check it out.

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DOWNLOAD - Screenplay Elements

Click the DOWNLOAD button to view a PDF outlining all the elements of a single column screenplay.

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READ - Screenwriting for Dummies

Click the READ NOW button to access a PDF of the "Screenwriting For Dummies" book.

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WATCH - Forrest Gump Intro

Compare an overlay of the screenplay to the first few minutes of Forrest Gump. Click the WATCH NOW to check it out.

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READ - Screenplay: Fire Friends

Click the READ NOW button to access the screenplay for the short film, Fire Friends.

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WATCH - Fire Friends

Click the WATCH NOW button to view the short film, Fire Friends and be sure to compare the film to the screenplay.

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READ - Screenplays

The best way to become a better screenwriter is to read screenplays. To start, simply find and read the script for your favorite film! Luckily for you, the website "IMSDB" offers a huge database of scripts. Click VIEW NOW to check it out.

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CREATE - Celtx Account

Click the CREATE NOW account to get started on your screenwriting journey with Celtx's free cloud based screenwriting software.

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WATCH - Celtx "How To" Tutorial

Click the VIEW NOW button to access "How To" tutorials on Celtx.com. Be sure to check here first for answers.

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WRITE - Logline Practice

Click the VIEW NOW button below to practice creating loglines for your Short Screenplay project.

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WRITE - Short Screenplay Brainstorm

Click the START NOW button below to outline the basics of your Short Screenplay.

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