Screenwriting Formula Why It Works and How to Use It

Name: Screenwriting Formula Why It Works and How to Use It
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ISBN: 9781582974620

ISBN-10: 1582974624

ISBN-13: 9781582974620

Edition: 2nd 2007

Authors: Rob Tobin

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*Discusses seven critical elements of any movie script and how to practically apply them *Helps writers structure scripts so that they are more accessible, natural and appealing It's a common misconception that formula films are bad. Bad films aren't formulaic-and that's the problem. in this guide, beginning scriptwriters will learn how to structure their screenplay by using seven critical elements (The Formula) so that every other element falls into place perfectly, creating a salable, high-concept movie. Screenwriter, novelist and lecturer Rob Tobin takes the mystery out of writing and analyzing scripts, and makes formulaic a good word again by presenting the keys to a successful and…

Book details

List price: $14.99
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2007
Publisher: F&W Media, Incorporated
Publication date: 9/21/2007
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 224
Size: 4.75" wide x 7.75" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 0.550



The Seven Elements



The Hero



The Flaw



Enabling Circumstances



The Opponent



The Hero's Ally



The Life-Changing Event



Jeopardy



Combining Story Elements


The Structure



Prologue



Act One



Act Two, Part One



Act Two, Part Two



Act Three


The Big Picture



The Logline



The Outline



High-and Low-Concept Stories



A Titanic Undertaking



Prewriting Techniques



Adapting Novels to the Screen