Outline

• Summary
• Outline
• Sessions
• Materials

Here is just a general breakdown of subjects you will be learning in-depth in this course.

Week 1: Structure, Format & Action

• 3 Act Structure - breaking a story into beginning, middle and end
• Turning Points – take the action in different directions
• Proper Formatting – learn industry standards and techniques
• Writing Action/Description – the greatest mark of an experienced writer

Week 2: Character & Conflict

• Building Your Protagonist – explore background, need(s), character flaw(s), and transformation
• Building Your Antagonist – make your protagonist real, explore need(s) and downfall
• Types of Conflict – the three major human strains
• Hallmarks of Great Conflict – techniques to building greater conflict

Week 3: Plot & Subplot

• Plot by Act – techniques for creating and sustaining the momentum of the film through Act One, Act Two and Act Three
• The Functions of Subplot – how to use subplots to enhance your story
• The Structure of Subplot – usually the source of most loose-ends in a story

Week 4: Dialogue & Rewriting

• Good Dialogue – 6 techniques for improving your dialogue
• Make It Even Better – a checklist for re-writing to a finished draft