A well-written screenplay is the single most important ingredient in making a successful motion picture or television show. Alan Armer mixes time-honored theory with down-to-earth practical advice, giving beginning and advanced students the benefits of his experiences in both the entertainment industry and the college classroom. He balances professional screenwriting methods with techniques that explain and clarify those methods for students. What truly makes this text vital is his knack for tapping the creative spirit of aspiring screenwriters to become competent writers who can deliver fresh stories that "glow in the dark." Essential topics include organization and structure, conflict, dimensional characters, dialog, subtext, comedy, the profession, among others. Candid, personal discussion by top industry professionals; examples, anecdotes, and scenes from popular films; and challenging screenwriting projects illuminate the realities of successful screenwriting...
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Many books deal with how to write better scripts, but this is the only one to tackle the business side of being a professional writer.Written by a leading literary agent, this is an indispensable insider's guide to the development process - from the original idea right through to production - it provides the reader with an easy-to-read handbook for: • Identifying what audiences want and understanding their emotional needs • Developing successful ideas for film and television drama • Writing more effective treatments and step outlines • Improving one's ability to pitch ideas and scripts • Surviving 'development hell' • Handling meetings to get what you want out of them • Negotiating and understanding contracts • Protecting ideas, treatments and scripts • Establishing copyright for writersIncludes 'An A-Z of law and contracts and deal memos' and 'The Writers' Guild Minimum Terms Agreement'... 