Features: Essential Beginnings

SCRIPT X 409

Learn the basics of screenwriting for feature films in this exercise-based workshop for absolute beginners.

What you can learn.

Learn the fundamentals of how to develop and write a feature film
Identify the building blocks of script structure for feature film screenwriting
Develop techniques to organize your ideas and kickstart the writing process
Prepare yourself for further coursework in writing for feature film by grasping the basics before diving deep

About this course:

This course reveals the vital first step of understanding the craft of writing feature films, making it an ideal starting point for aspiring screenplay writers. In this workshop, you get a fundamental overview of storytelling, character development, plot and dialogue. Using examples, you also learn the building blocks of feature structure, as well as techniques to organize and convey your ideas to kickstart the writing process. By the end of the course, you will have a better understanding of feature writing and be fully prepared for the next course in the sequence, SCRIPT X 410.1- Feature Film I, where you learn how to outline your screenplay.

Winter 2025 Schedule

January 29 - March 5

Wednesday 5:00PM - 8:00PM PT

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Instructor: Roberto Marinas

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Fee:

$485.00

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Location: Remote Classroom

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Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This course is held via video teleconference. Instructors use Zoom to offer live class meetings at the designated class meeting time. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Refund Deadline

No refunds after February 12, 2025

Course Requirements

Internet required to retrieve course materials.

Schedule

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Date

Time

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Online

Wed Jan 29, 2025

5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT