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The Making of a Revolutionary Shooting Script: A Step-by-Step Guide to Writing a Screenplay That Will Get Your Movie Made

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Are you ready to write a shooting script that will get your movie made? This book will show you how.

Traveling with Che Guevara: The Making of a Revolutionary (Shooting Script)

by Alberto Granado

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2312 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
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Print length	:	242 pages

This comprehensive guide covers everything from the basics of screenwriting to the advanced techniques used by professional screenwriters. You'll learn how to:

Develop a strong story concept
Create compelling characters
Write dialogue that crackles
Structure your screenplay for maximum impact
Format your script according to industry standards

Whether you're a first-time screenwriter or a seasoned pro, this book will help you take your screenwriting to the next level.

Chapter 1: The Basics of Screenwriting

In this chapter, you'll learn the basics of screenwriting, including:

What is a shooting script?
The different elements of a screenplay
How to format a screenplay
The different types of shots
How to write camera directions

Chapter 2: Developing a Strong Story Concept

The story concept is the foundation of your screenplay. In this chapter, you'll learn how to:

Find a great story idea
Develop your story concept into a logline
Write a synopsis
Create a character breakdown

Chapter 3: Creating Compelling Characters

Your characters are the heart and soul of your screenplay. In this chapter, you'll learn how to:

Create believable and relatable characters
Develop their backstories
Write dialogue that reveals their personalities
Create conflict between your characters

Chapter 4: Writing Dialogue that Crackles

Dialogue is one of the most important elements of a screenplay. In this chapter, you'll learn how to:

Write natural and believable dialogue
Use dialogue to reveal character
Write dialogue that advances the plot
Avoid common dialogue mistakes

Chapter 5: Structuring Your Screenplay for Maximum Impact

The structure of your screenplay is essential for creating a compelling story. In this chapter, you'll learn how to:

Use the three-act structure
Create a strong opening
Develop a rising action
Write a satisfying climax
Resolve your story in a satisfying way

Chapter 6: Formatting Your Script According to Industry Standards

Formatting your script correctly is essential for getting it read by producers and agents. In this chapter, you'll learn how to:

Format your script according to industry standards
Use the correct font and type size
Create page breaks
Write scene headings
Format dialogue

Writing a shooting script is a challenging but rewarding process. By following the steps outlined in this book, you can write a screenplay that will get your movie made.

So what are you waiting for? Start writing today!

Traveling with Che Guevara: The Making of a Revolutionary (Shooting Script)

by Alberto Granado

4.5 out of 5