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Basics Film-Making 02: Screenwriting

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  • Series: Basics Filmmaking (Book 2)
  • Paperback: 208 pages
  • Publisher: AVA Publishing (May 1, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 2940373892
  • ISBN-13: 978-2940373895
  • Product Dimensions: 6.4 x 0.7 x 9 inches
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5.0 out of 5 starsAn invaluable instructional guide and continuing reference manual for anyone who aspires to write a professional screenplay
By Midwest Book Review on June 11, 2009
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Writing scripts for theatrical, film, and stage productions is a demanding and highly competitive occupation -- but also a potentially lucrative one for writers with talent, imagination, skill, and a thorough understanding of the key elements comprising script writing. The collaborative work of Robert Edgar-Hunt, John Marland, and James Richards, "Basics Film-Making: Screenwriting" is a basic introductory instruction manual addressing the complete spectrum of screenwriting issues including script forms, standard practices, idea creation, theories of storytelling, log lines, screen treatments, 'step treatment', the pitch to potential backers, character development, creating a fictional world, 'mise en scene', action, tone and genre, dialogue, critiquing and feedback, and more. A superbly illustrated compendium of information, examples, concepts, and more, aspiring screenwriters are taken through the complete process of producing a short screenplay especially written for this textbook covering the total process from initial draft to film pitch. "Basics Film-Making: Screenwriting" is an ideal and effective introduction that should be considered an invaluable instructional guide and continuing reference manual for anyone who aspires to write a professional quality screenplay, either alone or in collaboration.
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5.0 out of 5 starsAmazing, wonder tool
By Wordnut on November 5, 2009
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This amazing book got me started down exactly the right track with my screenplay. It answered virtually every question I had. I'd recommend it to anyone. Note - the wrong cover image is on this site - the real cover is mostly text - appropriate for a book on screenwriting. Also, there's some author biography information for one of the authors, James Richards, that obviously refers to a different James Richards. Don't let that deter you from ordering this wonderful book! You won't be sorry.
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5.0 out of 5 starsEverything you need and more
By J. Hollings on May 12, 2010
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This book so laid out well, so you can find what your looking for with ease. It shows you a first, second and final draft of a script to show and give examples of how you can progress your script - a great use to someone who has never done one before - and even to someone who has! It has sections of what things mean, so if there is anything your unsure of, you don't have to read half a book to find out what it is your looking for, its right there ready for you with no messing about. Without a doubt one of the best books for those who struggle to start a script, or who are doing an assignment on screenwriting. Even for those times when you can't quie remember what something means, this is your dictionary for screenwriting. Well worth it, 10/10!!
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5.0 out of 5 starsInspiring Stuff!
By Ro5ie on August 17, 2010
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This is an interesting and useful read for those about to embark on writing their first screenplay or for those studying film/media at college or university. It is also a great book for those with the often inevitable writer's block!

The author covers a variety of screen writing issues such as script form, character development, choosing a genre, developing tone and developing and re-writing drafts. The content is split into digestible chapters with sections within these. I've found this really useful when I'm flicking through for ideas or looking for a specific topic to revise on. It also meant that when I read the book for the first time I did not feel overwhelmed by a subject which was new to me. The glossary at the back is also very handy.

The screenwriter interviews were inspiring - I really enjoyed reading about Mark Herman (writer of `Brassed Off' amongst others). These, combined with other examples and visual case studies made this an engaging and motivational read. I am glad I read this book, I don't think I've found another on the market, which is of such good-value and absorbing.
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5.0 out of 5 starsGlowing review?
By C. Gordon on October 27, 2010
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I hesitate to write a review that is too glowing because it will come off like I work for the people. This book changed the way I approach writing. I have read too many books looking for answers on how to become a better writer. This one is the first to convince me that the work is worth doing. It gave me a concrete plan of attack that allowed me to get to the other side of a finished story and know that I didn't have to cheat to get there. It gives clear explanations and examples that illustrate the steps a writer should take in each draft of a screenplay. And unlike other books, it gives legitimate reasons for why each draft is necessary. It's not just rewriting for the sake of vainly trying to strengthen your story. There are actual, targeted areas in every draft of a screenplay that are as different as building an engine in a car, deciding what color the interior should be and then driving the car down the road. These are all different departments that do different things. The same holds true for each draft of a screenplay. Follow the guidelines in this book and I assure you, you will be a better writer. Buy it.
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