As Hollywood uses the term, "story" is only one element of a great screenplay. Writers who have something to say about the world must learn how film and drama convey theme and ideas. Great writers seem to understand theme intuitively. They are able to achieve thematic clarity without being didactic. This program teaches how to use the tools presented in this program to add emotional and thematic resonance to your work. It shows how the intersection of all dramatic elements combines to create meaning.
Subjects Covered Include:
~ Samuel Goldwyn and Western union
~ Definition
~ Dilemma and Intersection of Possible Meanings
~ Subplots, Character Orchestration,
~ Dialogue Do's and Don'ts,
~ Permutations, Image Systems/Motifs
~ Right Brain versus Left Brain
~ 7-Point Theme Checklist
~ Bringing it all together
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