Screenwriting Intensive

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Course Description

The main requirement for this course is a full length film script. The course explores elements of screenwriting including beat structure, character creation, scene vs. montage, as well as description and dialogue. Students will read four to five screenplays during the first half of the course and then write a 90-page film script in the second half of the course. Students will additionally write synopses, treatments, character sketches, and beat sheets. Designed for any student who has always wanted to write a screenplay

Grading Basis

ROP - Letter or Credit/No Credit

Min

5

Max

5

Course Repeatable for Degree Credit?

Yes

Total Units Allowed for Degree Credit

5

Course Component

Workshop

Enrollment Optional?

No

This course has been approved for the following WAYS

Creative Expression (CE)

Does this course satisfy the University Language Requirement?

No

Programs

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