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10 Tips for Writing Better Dialogue in Screenwriting

Offered By: Film Courage via YouTube

Tags

Dialogue Writing Courses Storytelling Courses Screenwriting Courses Character Development Courses

Course Description

Overview

Discover essential techniques for crafting compelling dialogue in this comprehensive video series featuring insights from experienced screenwriters and authors. Explore ten key aspects of dialogue writing, including effective starting points, the importance of concise expression, achieving authenticity, mastering subtext, creating unique character voices, utilizing contrast, the art of rewriting, capturing time-specific language, developing listening skills, and balancing exposition. Gain valuable knowledge to elevate your screenwriting and storytelling abilities through expert advice and practical tips.

Syllabus

1 - Starting Points
2 - Cut 20%
3 - What’s Real?
4 - Subtext
5 - Unique Characters
6 - Contrast
7 - Rewriting
8 - Time Period
9 - Listen
10 - Exposition & Final Thoughts


Taught by

Film Courage

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