The Art of Screenwriting - Softcover

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Two fully expanded and updated resource guides for writers at all levels of experience

Writing for the stage and screen presents artistic challenges to aspiring dramatics everywhere. Through practical, proven methods, playwright and poet William Packard leads readers past personal and professional obstacles to discover dramatic success.

The Art of Screenwriting introduces the medium through both historical and technical perspectives. Illustrating innovations and traditions in film over the last half century, this book examines actual script samples to address original screenplays, adaptations, story line, action, editing, camerawork, and visuals. In addition, marketing, agentry, contracts, and film schools are all discussed.

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Explains how to write an original screenplay, adapt a novel or play for a movie, and sell a screenplay.