Selbo, Jule
Screenplay: Building Story Through Character
- ISBN 13:
- 9781138935976
- author:
- Selbo, Jule
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Routledge
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 306
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Media Studies
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Building compelling film narratives with fully-realized characters is at the heart of screenwriting. This book provides a structured approach to help budding and experienced writers turn their ideas into exciting stories, using 11 key steps to focus and shape their concepts.
Through analysis of classic and contemporary films across various genres, Jule Selbo's unique framework offers a broad overview of the scriptwriting process. The book includes discussion questions, writing exercises, guidance on the business of screenwriting, in-depth film breakdowns, and a glossary of screenwriting terms to support writers at every stage.
With its practical approach and wealth of examples, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to develop their skills as a screenwriter.
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