Course

Unit 1

Introduction

To the world of scripts and the importance of writing scripts, understanding the visual nature of media, use of an outline. Understanding the 3 Act structure of a script & the initial process of scripting – from an idea to a theme to story.

Unit 2

Character development

Importance of characters, techniques of developing characters, writing backstories, understanding terms like protagonist, antagonist, supporting characters, main plots and sub plots, creating conflicts in a story with the help of these characters

Unit 3

Dialogue writing

Introduction to dialogue writing, voice overs and narrations, analysis of iconic and memorable dialogues, characterization through dialogues

Unit 4

Script writing techniques

Table format, screenplay format, software, universal standards and its relevance, script terminologies, different approaches for writing scripts for radio, live events, and AVs.

Unit 5

Introduction to full screenplays 

Different approaches, flashbacks, use of non-verbal techniques for drama, setting, etc.

Course Objective: 

To introduce students and train them the specifics of writing scripts for their various projects that they will undertake in the consequent semesters. 

Course Outcome 

After completing the course, learners should be able to: 

1. Understand the importance of scripts and the 3-act structure of storytelling 2. Use the power of imagination in storytelling
2. Balance imagination with reality for achievable objectives 
3. Implement the appropriate techniques of script writing in various works 5. Gain medium level expertise to write scripts 

CO – PO Mapping: 

1. Screenplay by Syd Field 
2. Save the Cat by Blake Snyder 
3. Save the Cat writes a novel by Brody 
4. An Actor Prepares by Constantin Stanislavski