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99% of Screenplays Are Unreadable - Improving Screenwriting Techniques

Offered By: Film Courage via YouTube

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Screenwriting Courses Creative Writing Courses Film Industry Courses Plot Development Courses

Course Description

Overview

Discover why 99% of submitted screenplays are deemed unreadable in this insightful 24-minute video featuring Jeff Kitchen. Explore common pitfalls in screenwriting, debunk the Prodigy Myth, and learn about crucial dramatic techniques. Gain valuable insights into the craft of screenwriting, including the concept of the Golden Man, the importance of creating "wild animals" in your writing, and the role of the Devil's Advocate in story development. Understand the difference between domesticated and undomesticated writers, and how it impacts the quality of screenplays. Enhance your screenwriting skills and increase your chances of creating a compelling, readable script that stands out in the industry.

Syllabus

Intro
How do most nonprofessional screenwriters create plot
The Prodigy Myth
The Golden Man
Wild Animals
Devils Advocate
Dramatic Technique
Domesticated Writers


Taught by

Film Courage

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