Area: | Department of Media and Information |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 3.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 3 Hours Weekly |
Prerequisite(s): | 1532 (v.8) Film and Television 121 - Screen Production Techniques or any previous version
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Syllabus: | Further development of screen skills and application of techniques for creating more complex and evolving character, narrative and dramatic structures through cooperative interaction between writers, directors and actors in the script writing process. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Demonstrated an ability to use standard script forms. A deeper understanding of short film form and the short film screenwriting process. Developed an understanding of the theory and practice of writing original and creative scripts in the drama genre. An analytical understanding of how the development of a script can benefit from the creative interaction of writers, directors, and actors. Demonstrated application of these insights in the development of their own scripts. Made a substantial contribution to the planning, research, pitching, writing and development of a script. A professional ability to work in groups. A professional approach to project and time management. Participated in the exercises and completion of the assignments associated these projects. Skills in project preparation and presentation, including skills in planning, pitching, research, writing, accepting and acting on feedback. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | No prescribed references. |
Unit Texts: | Cooper, P. and Dancyger, K., Writing the Short Film. Parker, P., The Art and Science of Screenwriting. Aronson, L., Scriptwriting (updated). |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Assignment (1) pitch and synopis 10%, Assignment (2) treatment 10%, Assignment (3) script report 10%, Assignment (4) the script 50%, Partcipation and class exercises 20%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 100701 Audio Visual Studies | HECS Band (if applicable): | 1 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Informational | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | |
Area
External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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