Screenwriters on Screen-Writing

Screenwriters on Screen-Writing
Author: Joel Engel
Publisher: Hachette Books
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2013-02-12
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 1401305571

Before any lights, camera, or action, there's the script -- arguably the most important single element in filmmaking, and Screenwriters on Screen-Writing introduces the men and women responsible for the screenplays that have produced some of the most successful and acclaimed films in Hollywood history. In each interview, not only do the writers explore the craft and technique of creating a filmic blueprint, but they recount the colorful tales of coming up in the ranks of the movie business and of bringing their stories to the screen, in a way that only natural-born storytellers such as themselves can. These and other screenwriters have garnered the attention of the movie-going population not only with their words, but with headlines announcing the sales of their scripts for hundreds of thousands and sometimes millions of dollars. Anyone interested in writing, making, or learning about movies will enjoy reading this fascinating behind-the-scenes compendium that brings together some of the most prominent and talented screenwriters in modern-day filmmaking.

How to Write a Selling Screenplay

How to Write a Selling Screenplay
Author: Christopher Keane
Publisher: Three Rivers Press
Total Pages: 321
Release: 1998
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 0767900715

Covers the basics of scriptwriting, from deciding on a story and characters through the finished work, and analyzes a sample script

Essentials of Screenwriting

Essentials of Screenwriting
Author: Richard Walter
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 480
Release: 2010-06-29
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 1101664681

Hollywood's premier teacher of screenwriting shares the secrets of writing and selling successful screenplays in this perfect gift for aspiring screenwriters. Anyone fortunate enough to win a seat in Professor Richard Walter's legendary class at UCLA film school can be confident their career has just taken a quantum leap forward. His students have written more than ten projects for Steven Spielberg alone, plus hundreds of other Hollywood blockbusters and prestigious indie productions, including two Oscar winners for best original screenplay—Milk (2008) and Sideways (2006). In this updated edition, Walter integrates his highly coveted lessons and principles from Screenwriting with material from his companion text, The Whole Picture, and includes new advice on how to turn a raw idea into a great movie or TV script-and sell it. There is never a shortage of aspiring screenwriters, and this book is their bible.

Writing Movies

Writing Movies
Author: Gotham Writers Workshop
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 400
Release: 2006-09-19
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 159691145X

Instructors from the nation's most popular writing school share their insights into how to perfect the craft of screenwriting, covering such fundamentals as plot, character, dialogue, point of view, theme, setting, voice, and more and analyzing five outstanding sample screenplays--Tootsie and The Shawshank Redemption, among others. Original.

On Story—Screenwriters and Their Craft

On Story—Screenwriters and Their Craft
Author: Barbara Morgan
Publisher: University of Texas Press
Total Pages: 197
Release: 2013-10-15
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 0292754604

Introduction / by Barbara Morgan -- 1. Inspiration. A conversation with Randall Wallace -- 2. Story. What makes a great story : a conversation with Bill Wittliff ; Steven Zaillian on where the story originates ; Peter Hedges on crafting story ; Lawrence Kasdan on story and theme -- 3. Process. A conversation with John Lee Hancock ; Sacha Gervasi on getting started ; The basics with Nicholas Kazan ; Advice from Bill Wittliff ; Anne Rapp's writing routine ; Caroline Thompson's writing process ; Lawrence Kasdan on the challenges of writing -- 4. Structure. Structure and format : a conversation with Frank Pierson, Whit Stillman, Robin Swicord, and Nicholas Kazan ; Caroline Thompson on structure ; Lawrence Kasdan on the rules of script formatting ; Visual storytelling : a conversation with John August, John Lee Hancock, and Randall Wallace -- 5. Character and dialogue. Building characters and mapping their journeys : a conversation with Lawrence Kasdan and Anne Rapp ; Nicholas Kazan on writing characters ; Crafting characters : a conversation with Lawrence Kasdan ; Dialogue and finding the voice : a conversation with John August and John Lee Hancock -- 6. Rewritng. Writer's block : a conversation with Bud Shrake and Bill Wittliff ; Bill Wittliff on when to let something go ; Steven Zaillian on defining scenes : what to keep in, what to leave out ; Anne Rapp on keeping writing fresh ; Nicholas Kazan's rewriting process ; On rewriting : a conversation with Daniel Petrie Jr., Peter Hedges, and Sacha Gervasi ; Lawrence Kasdan on how to know when you're done -- 7. Collaboration. A conversation with Steven Zaillian ; Peter Hedges on collaborating ; Lawrence Kasdan on writing with a partner ; Randall Wallace on working with other writers -- 8. Go forth.

Writing Screenplays That Sell

Writing Screenplays That Sell
Author: Michael Hauge
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 356
Release: 1991-08-16
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 0062725009

Covers story concept, character development, theme, structure, and scenes, analyzes a sample screenplay, and tells how to submit a manuscript, select an agent, and market oneself.

Save the Cat!

Save the Cat!
Author: Blake Snyder
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2005
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 9781615931712

This ultimate insider's guide reveals the secrets that none dare admit, told by a show biz veteran who's proven that you can sell your script if you can save the cat!

Turn & Burn

Turn & Burn
Author: Cj Walley
Publisher:
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2022-01-06
Genre:
ISBN: 9781910515860

The Turn & Burn methodology offers practical, real-world advice for quickly turning stories - within any genre - into engaging and authentic movie scripts.

Screenplay

Screenplay
Author: Syd Field
Publisher: M J F Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1994
Genre: Motion picture authorship
ISBN: 9781567312393

Providing examples from well-known movies, Field explains the structural and stylistic elements as well as writing techniques basic to the creation of a successful film script.

Selling Your Screenplay

Selling Your Screenplay
Author: Ashley Scott Meyers
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2007
Genre: Motion picture authorship
ISBN: 9781601451484

Selling Your Screenplay is a step-by-step guide to getting your screenplay sold and produced. Learn how to get your script into the hands of the producers and directors who can turn your story into a movie.