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How To Build A Great Screenplay
How To Build A Great Screenplay
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David Howard offers in-depth lessons in:
- How to build a story, and how to involve the audience in the story
- The creation of drama
- Creating living characters and their motivation
- How to weave in subplots
- Storytelling myths, legends and lies.
Throughout the book, each lesson is clarified through examples from some of the most successful movies ever, including Pulp Fiction, American Beauty, Chinatown, Saving Private Ryan and The Usual Suspects.
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One Line Summary
Guide to crafting unique, compelling screenplays.
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Who is this book for?
If you're passionate about screenwriting, this book is a treasure trove. David Howard's approach encourages you to develop your own voice and decision-making process, rather than relying on formulas. With insightful examples from iconic movies, it inspires creativity and deeper understanding of what makes a screenplay truly memorable.