Screenwriting for Film/Media 1

Course Code

FILM 2002

Academic Year

2016-2017

This course is a continuation of Film 153. In this semester, students continue to work on techniques for strong character development, the use of visual language and structure. The Hero s Journey is studied for its importance to all Western storytelling. Film genres are introduced and explored in order to determine the variety of storytelling options available to students. Students choose a genre to work in for their final script. Short films will continue to be studied. Rewriting and editing will continue to be emphasized with in-class group writing workshops and lectures.