303708 (v.2) Film and Television 241 - Screenwriting - Introduction

Area:

Department of Media and Information

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

3.0

Lecture:

1 x 1 Hours Weekly

Workshop:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Prerequisite(s):

1531 (v.8) Film and Television 111 - History of Screen Language or any previous version

Syllabus:

Key concepts involved in writing for the screen, looking in particular spoken at dialogue, the use of screen narrative structures, movement and time.

Unit Outcomes:

On completion of this unit students will be familiar with and be able to use standard script layouts. Understand the basic elements of narrative and non-narrative script structures. Understand the difference between written and spoken dialogue. Have developed their ability to work in groups, where appropriate and manage and complete projects on time. Have completed each of the assignments associated with these projects. Have improved their skills in project preparation and presentation, including skills in planning, research, writing, accepting and acting on feedback.

Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.

Unit References:

Chiarella, T. Writing Dialogue, Story Press. Portnoy, K. Screen Adaptation, 2nd ed, Focal Press.

Unit Texts:

Field, S., (1992) Screenplay;. Dell Trade. Chiarella , T., (1997) Writing Dialogue, Story Press.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Assignment (1) 50%. Assignment (2) 50%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 2	Y
2004	Lim Kok Wing Inst Malaysia	Semester 1	Y