Scriptwriting for the Screen is an accessible guide to writing for film andtelevision. It details the first principles of screenwriting and advises on thebest w... » 

Scriptwriting for the Screen is an accessible guide to writing for film andtelevision. It details the first principles of screenwriting and advises on thebest way to identify and formulate a story and develop ideas in order to builda vivid animated and entertaining script.The book introduces the reader to the essential skills of writing effectivedrama. Using examples of scripts from a range of films and televisionprogrammes such as American Beauty The English Patient The Fisher King MyLeft Foot Shallow Grave Casablanca Coronation Street and Our Friends in theNorth Scriptwriting for the Screen includes Advice on how to visualise action and translate this into energetic writing How to dramatise writing use metaphor and deepen meaning Tips on how to determine the appropriate level of characterisation fordifferent types of drama Practical exercises and examples which help develop technique and style A guide to further reading. «