Dancyger, Ken (Tisch School of the Arts, New York University, NY
Alternative Scriptwriting: Contemporary Storytelling for the Screen
- ISBN 13:
- 9781032150567
- author:
- Dancyger, Ken (Tisch School of the Arts, New York University, NY
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 428
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 x 2.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Performing Arts, Film & Video,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Break free from traditional storytelling formulas and discover new ways to write for the screen. Alternative Scriptwriting: Contemporary Storytelling for the Screen offers a fresh approach to scriptwriting, exploring unconventional structures and techniques to produce original and exciting material. Authors Ken Dancyger, Jessie Keyt, and Jeff Rush guide you through the key aspects of scriptwriting, including structure, genre, character, form, and tone. With new examples from contemporary and classic cinema, as well as additional content on strategies for plot, character, and genre, this book is ideal for students and professional screenwriters looking to develop their craft and write original scripts. This fully revised and updated edition includes case studies of prolific storytellers, providing valuable insights into the approaches of successful screenwriters.