The Elements of Screenwriting: A Guide for Film and Television Writers - Softcover

Blacker, Irwin

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0020002203 ISBN 13: 9780020002208

Publisher: Macmillan USA, 1989

Synopsis

In the tradition of Strunk and White's The Elements of Style, this screenwriter's guide covers writing specific to the film and television industry as well as general writing advice - truly an "Essential Guide" for the screenwriting process.

About this title

Synopsis:

This practical introduction to the principles of writing scripts for television and film explores in detail such basic elements as plot, character, conflict exposition and dialogue. Using examples from well known films, the author explains why certain scripts are more successful than others. The award-winning screenwriter Irwin R.Blacker taught for 20 years at the University of Southern California's film programme. Amongst his students were the writers of such films as "Apocalypse Now" and "Star Wars".

From the Back Cover:

An indispensable guide written in a clear, no-nonsense style, 'The Elements of Screenwriting' is a handy, reliable reference to the basics of writing for the screen. From devising the perfect pitch to presenting a finished work, this book coaches writers in the arts of character, plot, and dialogue development; the structure and look of a typical script; the considerations that must be addressed during production; and the complex and unnerving business of filmmaking itself.

About this edition

• Publisher: Macmillan USA
• Publication date: 1989
• ISBN 10: 0020002203
• ISBN 13: 9780020002208
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 160