The Nutshell Technique
Title | The Nutshell Technique PDF eBook |
Author | Jill Chamberlain |
Publisher | University of Texas Press |
Total Pages | 220 |
Release | 2016-03-01 |
Genre | Performing Arts |
ISBN | 1477303731 |
Veteran script consultant Jill Chamberlain discovered in her work that an astounding 99 percent of first-time screenwriters don’t know how to tell a story. These writers may know how to format a script, write snappy dialogue, and set a scene. They may have interesting characters and perhaps some clever plot devices. But, invariably, while they may have the kernel of a good idea for a screenplay, they fail to tell a story. What the 99 percent do instead is present a situation. In order to explain the difference, Chamberlain created the Nutshell Technique, a method whereby writers identify eight dynamic, interconnected elements that are required to successfully tell a story. Now, for the first time, Chamberlain presents her unique method in book form with The Nutshell Technique: Crack the Secret of Successful Screenwriting. Using easy-to-follow diagrams (“nutshells”), she thoroughly explains how the Nutshell Technique can make or break a film script. Chamberlain takes readers step-by-step through thirty classic and contemporary movies, showing how such dissimilar screenplays as Casablanca, Chinatown, Pulp Fiction, The Usual Suspects, Little Miss Sunshine, Juno, Silver Linings Playbook, and Argo all have the same system working behind the scenes, and she teaches readers exactly how to apply these principles to their own screenwriting. Learn the Nutshell Technique, and you’ll discover how to turn a mere situation into a truly compelling screenplay story.
The Three Wells of Screenwriting
Title | The Three Wells of Screenwriting PDF eBook |
Author | Matthew Kalil |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 2018 |
Genre | Performing Arts |
ISBN | 9781615932863 |
Working from a writer's perspective, this book explores these Three Wells and helps you con-sciously draw from them to develop new scripts, or strengthen old ones. It includes 29 exercises and techniques that help you to write stories that contain fresh ideas, intriguing characters, original scenes, inventive dialogue, unique locations, and important themes.
I Could've Written a Better Movie Than That!
Title | I Could've Written a Better Movie Than That! PDF eBook |
Author | Derek Rydall |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 344 |
Release | 2005 |
Genre | Business & Economics |
ISBN |
"Utilizing over a century of combined experience from the top script consultants in the business, Rydall leads you through a step-by-step process to hone your reading, writing, and analytical skills, and build a successful script-consulting business - either full or part time."--Jacket.
Screenplay
Title | Screenplay PDF eBook |
Author | Syd Field |
Publisher | M J F Books |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 1994 |
Genre | Motion picture authorship |
ISBN | 9781567312393 |
Providing examples from well-known movies, Field explains the structural and stylistic elements as well as writing techniques basic to the creation of a successful film script.
Save the Cat!
Title | Save the Cat! PDF eBook |
Author | Blake Snyder |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 2005 |
Genre | Performing Arts |
ISBN | 9781615931712 |
This ultimate insider's guide reveals the secrets that none dare admit, told by a show biz veteran who's proven that you can sell your script if you can save the cat!
How to Write a Novel Using the Snowflake Method
Title | How to Write a Novel Using the Snowflake Method PDF eBook |
Author | Randy Ingermanson |
Publisher | Createspace Independent Publishing Platform |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 2014-07-18 |
Genre | Creative writing |
ISBN | 9781500574055 |
The Snowflake Method-ten battle-tested steps that jump-start your creativity and help you quickly map out your story.
Invisible Ink
Title | Invisible Ink PDF eBook |
Author | Brian McDonald |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 170 |
Release | 2017-01-12 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9780998534473 |
Invisible Ink is a helpful, accessible guide to the essential elements of the best storytelling by award-winning writer/director/producer Brian McDonald. Readers learn techniques for building a compelling story around a theme, engaging audiences with writing, creating appealing characters, and much more.