The elements of screenwriting

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• 8 sections of explanation, worked examples and diagrams
• 1 practice task with hints and worked answers
• A quiz that marks itself as you go
• Your progress kept across every subject you take

Other lessons in this sub-strand

1. Writing for film
2. The screenplay format
3. The scene heading and action
4. Character, dialogue and transitions
5. The elements of screenwriting
6. Theme and storyline
7. Plotting and structure
8. Characterisation and the character bible
9. Writing good dialogue
10. Drafting a 5 to 10 minute script