'Screenplay: The Foundations of Screenwriting' by Syd Field is a comprehensive guide that introduces readers to the art of screenwriting in a logical progression. The book covers various creative techniques and methods for crafting stories for the screen, which can also be applied to novel writing. Field's writing style is conversational, encouraging, and easy to understand, making it a valuable resource for both novice and seasoned writers looking to enhance their storytelling skills. The book is well-organized and uses popular film examples to illustrate key concepts, providing readers with a solid foundation to begin their screenplay with confidence.
Despite some criticisms about the latter part of the book, 'Screenplay' is praised for its brilliant insights into the screenwriting process. It is considered a must-read for anyone interested in learning about screenwriting, with readers highlighting its eye-opening content, practical advice, and ability to spark creativity. The book is recommended for aspiring screenwriters, novelists, and storytellers looking to improve their craft and gain a deeper understanding of narrative structure and storytelling techniques.
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Hollywood’s script guru teaches you how to write a screenplay in “the ‘bible’ of screenwriting” (The New York Times)—now celebrating forty years of screenwriting success!
Syd Field’s books on the essential structure of emotionally satisfying screenplays have ignited lucrative careers in film and television since 1979. In this revised edition of his premiere guide, the underpinnings of successful onscreen narratives are revealed in clear and encouraging language that will remain wise and practical as long as audiences watch stories unfold visually—from hand-held devices to IMAX to virtual reality .
. . and whatever comes next. As the first person to articulate common structural elements unique to successful movies, celebrated producer, lecturer, teacher and bestselling author Syd Field has gifted us a classic text. From concept to character, from opening scene to finished script, here are fundamental guidelines to help all screenwriters—novices and Oscar-winners—hone their craft and sell their work.
In Screenplay, Syd Field can help you discover: • Why the first ten pages of every script are crucial to keeping professional readers’ interest • How to visually “grab” these influential readers from page one, word one • Why structure and character are the basic components of all narrative screenplays • How to adapt a novel, a play, or an article into a saleable script • Tips on protecting your work—three ways to establish legal ownership of screenplays • Vital insights on writing authentic dialogue, crafting memorable characters, building strong yet flexible storylines (form, not formula), overcoming writer's block, and much more Syd Field is revered as the original master of screenplay story structure, and this guide continues to be the industry’s gold standard for learning the foundations of screenwriting.
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