Workshop: Film Writing

Catalog description

This course focuses on adapting story ideas to the particular demands of moving pictures. Students learn basic film grammar and the power of the juxtaposition of images and sound in telling a story. Students write extensive character biographies, out of which plot ideas emerge. Students flesh out these ideas through discussions of dialogue, exposition, format, and structure. Formerly ENG 3650. Students will receive credit for JRN 3650 or ENG 3650. Please note: Unless otherwise specified, JRN courses may not be used within the English major or minor.