1. Film is a short look for a long book
Project members SAY:
Film is a short look for a long book

2. We SAY: If you want to have a look,
F. Believe in your fantasies! I. Don't trust other illusions! L. Learn from mistakes! M. And make decisions!
F. Believe in your fantasies! I. Don't trust other illusions! L. Learn these RULES! M. And make good SCRIPTS!

3. The Rules of writing scripts for: a film a drama

4. What is a script?
The written text, including instructions for the actors and directions for filming; a screenplay.

5. How to write a script for a film?
Useful tips

6. Learning scripting conventions
Part 1
Learning scripting conventions

7. Have a title page.
Use the correct font, margins and breaks. You will need to use Courier font (typewriter font) (12 point) when writing your script.
Give helpful details about the setting and characters.
Use the correct formatting for your intended method of presentation.
Make sure you have not written too much.

9. Part 2
Developing a story

10. Formulate a premise.
Create an outline or treatment.
Flesh out your story.
Trim the story down.

11. Part 3
Improving a script

12. Research after writing your first draft.
Simplify your writing.
Write the plot in a script format.
Maintain your style.

13. Part 4
Engaging the audience

14. Set the scene.
Describe action briefly.
Spend a lot of time working on dialogues.

15. Part 5
Finalizing a script

16. Edit your work.
Show your finished work to people whose opinion you respect.
Review your work as many times as necessary.

17. Important elements of a script for a FILM
Not stereotypical format.
A compelling story.
A conflict that has to be resolved.
A meaningful, satisfying ending.
Appealing emotions of the viewers.

18. Conclusion (1)
FILM is a visual media, so SHOW - don’t tell.

19. How to write a script for a drama?
Useful tips

20. Writing a script for a drama is similar to writing a script for a film
Writing a script for a drama is similar to writing a script for a film. There are some differences or very important elements of drama.

21. Element 1
The background

22. It is necessary to explain the place and time.
Only general description of a situation is given (drama constrains changing the set or props).

23. Element 2
The dialogue

24. It delivers the message of the author.

25. Element 3
The language

26. It shows the setting and society it represents.
It should be simple, concise and easily understandable.

27. Element 4
The audience

28. The immediacy of reaction from the audience.
Each time the script can be different (different audience, different mood).

29. Element 4
Format

30. You need to include:
Title page (the title of your play, author's name, title of the original source, name and address of the publisher and the year).
A summary of drama (about 150 words).
A list of characters and their certain characteristics.
The breakdown of scenes.
The location, time and characters must be identified before a scene starts.

31. Conclusion (2)
Drama is a form of communication which includes a different emotional aspect.

32. Deimante Dukalskyte Akvile Puplauskaite Rytis Skipskys Povilas Tamulis
The PRESENTATION prepared by the students of Mazeikiai Gabijos gymnasium:
Deimante Dukalskyte
Akvile Puplauskaite
Rytis Skipskys
Povilas Tamulis

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