Lecture 03 FLT 402 technical script writing
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This document discusses the three-act structure used in classic Hollywood film scripts. It begins with an overview of Act 1 which establishes the main characters, settings, conflicts and the protagonist's goal. Act 2 develops obstacles that impede the protagonist's goal and develops the characters. Act 3 contains the climax and resolution, where the goal is achieved and subplots are resolved. The document provides details on developing titles, backstories, subplots and considering the medium of TV, film or mini-series when writing scripts.
Lecture 03 FLT 402 technical script writing
- 1. FLT 402: Technical Script Writing Lecture 03:Developing Your Ideas: from idea to framework Shaolin Shaon 4/7/2021 FLT 402: Technical Script Writing 1
- 2. The Three Act Linear Structure (Aristotle) Classic Hollywood Film Structure 4/7/2021 FLT 402: Technical Script Writing 2
- 3. 4/7/2021 FLT 402: Technical Script Writing 3 a sudden reversal of fortune or change in circumstances, especially in reference to fictional narrative. the point in a play, novel, etc., in which a principal character recognizes or discovers another character's true identity or the true nature of their own circumstances. A Catharsis is an emotional discharge through which one can achieve a state of moral or spiritual renewal, or achieve a state of liberation from anxiety and stress. Catharsis is a Greek word meaning “cleansing.”
- 4. At a Glance 4/7/2021 FLT 402: Technical Script Writing 4
- 5. More Details……. 4/7/2021 FLT 402: Technical Script Writing 5
- 6. Act 1: Set Up Establishes main characters, settings, situations, a conflict and goal Protagonist begins the journey to achieve that goal 4/7/2021 FLT 402: Technical Script Writing 6
- 7. Act 2: Development Develops the main story Establishes and develops obstacles to that goals Develops the protagonist and other characters Adds depths and meaning to the story 4/7/2021 FLT 402: Technical Script Writing 7
- 8. Act 3: Pay-off and Denouncement Contains climax and resolutions The main climax occurs The goal has been achieved All the characters relationships and subplots are resolved Audience feel satisfied 4/7/2021 FLT 402: Technical Script Writing 8
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- 10. Title Hook the audience It has to grab the audience Memorable Essence of the script Tell the Setting, core idea and the characteristics Set up a mental picture Create a subconscious emotions 4/7/2021 FLT 402: Technical Script Writing 10
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- 13. Background and Setting 4/7/2021 FLT 402: Technical Script Writing 13
- 14. Society Emotions Economy Power Rituals Ethics Spiritual Life Arts Content 4/7/2021 FLT 402: Technical Script Writing 14 Background and Setting
- 15. Subplots •A main plot •A main subplot •Other subplot additional stories linked to and involving other characters, incidents which have an influence on the main plot and the way your main characters reacts 4/7/2021 FLT 402: Technical Script Writing 15
- 16. Dramatic uses of Subplot To show parallel action To reveal subtext To reveal different aspects of your characters To surprise the audience 4/7/2021 FLT 402: Technical Script Writing 16
- 17. Tod delay the development of your main story To introduce another character To reveal Back story To provide a context/ setting of main story 4/7/2021 FLT 402: Technical Script Writing 17 Dramatic uses of Subplot
- 18. Relationship of Subplot and Main Plot Contradictory: going against the core idea of your main plot Complementary: resonating the ideas in your main plot Acting as a Set up: and hooking your audience until you introduce your main plot Complicating: the life of the main plot 4/7/2021 FLT 402: Technical Script Writing 18
- 19. Final Considerations • Special effects • Period drama • Exotic locations • Specific weather • Major star casting Cost • be careful about over research Research 4/7/2021 FLT 402: Technical Script Writing 19
- 20. •60 minutes •6 main and secondary Characters •Studio based and Location Shooting TV Drama •80-120 minutes •7 main and secondary Characters •Broad Visual Canvas, Location Shooting, Fits a genre Feature Film •2 or more episodes running on nights/ week •Very broad canvas •Family drama •Adapted screenplays TV Mini Series 4/7/2021 FLT 402: Technical Script Writing 20 Final Considerations- Medium
- 21. •“The cheaper your budget, the more imaginative and inventive you are forced to be.” •Roger Corman •Writer/producer/director 4/7/2021 FLT 402: Technical Script Writing 21
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