Program Overview
This course guides students in refining their first draft feature film screenplays. It covers industry standards, story structure analysis, character development, and dialogue enhancement. Through lectures, discussions, and workshops, students learn to identify and address common first draft issues, resulting in polished and impactful screenplays.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The context provided does not include a section on Degree Overview.
Outline:
Course Content and Structure:
This course teaches students to rewrite their first draft feature film screenplay. The course covers the following topics:
- Industry standards for professional-level scripts
- How to identify and address story structure issues, plot holes, and other first draft issues
- How to deepen characters and enhance their dialogue for maximum impact
Assessment:
The context provided does not include a section on Assessment.
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
This course uses a combination of lectures, discussions, and workshops. Students will be required to participate in peer reviews and provide feedback to other students.
Career Outcomes:
The context provided does not include a section on Career Outcomes.
UCLA Extension
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UCLA Extension is a renowned continuing education institution affiliated with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). It offers a wide range of courses, certificates, and specializations designed for professional development, career advancement, and personal enrichment.
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Degree Overview:
The context provided does not include a section on Degree Overview.
Outline:
Course Content and Structure:
This course teaches students to rewrite their first draft feature film screenplay. The course covers the following topics:
- Industry standards for professional-level scripts
- How to identify and address story structure issues, plot holes, and other first draft issues
- How to deepen characters and enhance their dialogue for maximum impact
Assessment:
The context provided does not include a section on Assessment.
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
This course uses a combination of lectures, discussions, and workshops. Students will be required to participate in peer reviews and provide feedback to other students.
Career Outcomes:
The context provided does not include a section on Career Outcomes.