Foundations of Screenwriting (260-0-21)

Instructors

Felicia D Henderson

Meeting Info

Annie May Swift Hall 109: Wed 9:00AM - 11:50AM

Overview of class

This course will provide students with a working knowledge of the fundamentals of screenwriting. Students will learn how core concepts of character, structure, plot, theme, setting, and tone work together on the page to create narrative. Students will explore these concepts and their practice in film, as well as how they might utilize these concepts to express their personal voice and vision.

Class Materials (Required)

Writing Short Films: Structure and Content for Screenwriters (2nd Edition)by Linda J. Cowgill; (ISBN #: 1-58065-063-5); (cost: $19.95)
Additional readings available online via CANVAS