FMMC0106A-F24
Screenwriting
Screenwriting
In this course we will examine the fundamental elements of dramatic narrative as they relate to visual storytelling. We will emphasize the process of generating original story material and learning the craft of screenwriting, including topics such as story, outline, scene structure, subtext, character objectives, formatting standards, and narrative strategies. Weekly writing assignments will emphasize visual storytelling techniques, tone and atmosphere, character relationships, and dialogue. Students will be required to complete one short screenplay. Required readings will inform and accompany close study of selected screenplays and short films. This class will require some streaming of video material. (FMMC 0101 OR CRWR 0170 or approval of instructor) (Formerly FMMC/ENAM 0106) 3 hrs. sem.
In this course we will examine the fundamental elements of dramatic narrative as they relate to visual storytelling. We will emphasize the process of generating original story material and learning the craft of screenwriting, including topics such as story, outline, scene structure, subtext, character objectives, formatting standards, and narrative strategies. Weekly writing assignments will emphasize visual storytelling techniques, tone and atmosphere, character relationships, and dialogue. Students will be required to complete one short screenplay. Required readings will inform and accompany close study of selected screenplays and short films. This class will require some streaming of video material. (FMMC 0101 OR CRWR 0170 or approval of instructor) (Formerly FMMC/ENAM 0106) 3 hrs. sem.
- Term:
- Fall 2024
- Location:
- Axinn Center 220(AXN 220)
- Schedule:
- 11:15am-12:30pm on Tuesday, Thursday (Sep 9, 2024 to Dec 9, 2024)
- Type:
- Lecture
- Course Modality:
- In-Person
- Instructors:
- Natasha Ngaiza
- Subject:
- Film & Media Culture
- Department:
- Film & Media Culture
- Division:
- Arts
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- ART
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Cross-Listed As:
- CRWR0106A-F24
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 90755
- Subject Code:
- FMMC
- Course Number:
- 0106
- Section Identifier:
- A