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Introduction Film making is a process. We do things in a certain way because others in the industry have done it already and found what works. You must know how others have done it in the past and do it now. Can you break the rules? Yes. But know what the rules are that you are breaking.

Introduction Film making is a process. We do things in a certain way because others in the industry have done it already and found what works. You must know how others have done it in the past and do it now. Can you break the rules? Yes. But know what the rules are that you are breaking.

From page to stage First you need a GREAT IDEA EVERYONE has one.... Then you need to write the great script There is a process

From page to stage Formatting the script is important It is how we do it for a reason. It helps the people who might fund it or who will work on it understand it easily Understand the resources it will take to make the film and have some clues about what it will look like and what is involved in making it.

Script format Screenplay Formatting the screenplay is important Screenplays have various elements

Screenplay elements Scene Heading Action Character Name Dialogue Parenthetical Extensions Transition Shot

Screenplay elements The Scene Heading, or Slugline, tells the reader where the scene takes place. - NIGHT, DAY, DUSK, DAWN... information to "set the scene" in the reader's mind. But mostly for breakdown and scheduling.

Screenplay elements The Scene Heading, May include production information like CONTINUOUS ACTION, or ESTABLISHING SHOT or STOCK SHOT

Screenplay elements The Scene Heading, Here are examples of Scene Headings: INT. BEDROOM - MORNING EXT. LAS VEGAS STRIP - SUNSET INT. OFFICE - NIGHT - CONTINUOUS ACTION EXT. KEY WEST MARINA - DAWN - ESTABLISHING EXT. PASADENA - ROSE PARADE - STOCK FOOTAGE .

Screenplay elements Action sets the scene, describes the setting, and introduces characters and set the stage for your story. Action is written in REAL TIME. Every moment in a screenplay takes place NOW. Use the active voice (a window slams shut) not the passive voice (a window is slammed shut). SHORT... don't direct the film on paper

Screenplay elements Character name Before a character can speak, the writer inserts a CHARACTER NAME to let the reader know this character's dialogue follows. A character name can be an actual name (JOHN) or description (FAT MAN) or an occupation (DOCTOR). Sometimes, you might have COP #1 and then COP #2 speaking.

Screenplay elements Dialogue DIALOGUE margin is indented various amounts depending upon standards not centered (use software) DIALOGUE rules apply when anyone on screen speaks. During a conversation between characters. When a character talks out loud to himself... even be when a character is off-screen and only a voice is heard.

Screenplay elements Parentheticals are left indented more than dialogue. Not centered A Parenthetical is an attitude, verbal direction or action direction for the actor who is speaking the line. Parentheticals should be short, to the point, descriptive, and only used when absolutely necessary. Not liked by many filmmakers

Screenplay elements Extension O.S. - Off-Screen / O.C. Off Camera V.O. - Voice Over An Extension is a technical note placed directly to the right of the Character name that denotes HOW the character's voice will be heard by the audience. An Off-Screen voice can be heard from a character out of the camera range, or from another room altogether.

Screenplay elements Transitions you may be familiar with are: CUT TO: use rarely/ only to express complete change of scene DISSOLVE TO: SMASH CUT: QUICK CUT: FADE TO: FADE OUT (never at the end)

Screenplay elements A SHOT tells the reader the focal point within a scene has changed. Here are some examples of shots: ANGLE ON -- EXTREME CLOSE UP -- PAN TO -- FRANKIE'S POV -- REVERSE ANGLE --

Screenplay elements Once in a while, calling a shot is necessary. Show something not obvious or to achieve a particular emotion or build to a climax. ANGLE ON – When two elements need to be seen at once on screen INSERT - something that the audience needs to see that is otherwise too small

Screenplay elements TITLE PAGE

Outline OUTLINES permit a critical look at the skeleton before the flesh of action and dialogue. Making the “spine” reveals things about the story you otherwise might miss.

Outline 1. The protagonist and his or her goal. 2. The supporting cast and what they each want. 3. The five major plot points. 4. The order of events, sequences, and act divisions. 5. A list of scenes you think will help tell the story.

Outline 1. The protagonist and his or her goal. 2. The supporting cast and what they each want. 3. The five major plot points. 4. The order of events, sequences, and act divisions. 5. A list of scenes you think will help tell the story.