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Course Description

The third in a four-part sequence in writing a feature film screenplay, this course focuses on writing a significant portion of Act II. You also refine your story outline; flesh out main and secondary characters; continue to develop the art of the scene as it pertains to type, choice, structure and placement; and begin to discover each character's unique voice. You learn the habits you need to sustain the work of writing a screenplay. The goal is to write anywhere from 3-5 pages per week from beginning of Act II. May be repeated for credit.

Course Outline

Tackle writing a significant portion of Act II and learn powerful creative techniques in our third course in the screenwriting sequence.

Course Outline

What you can learn:

  • Continue an in-progress script by writing a large portion of the second act
  • Build realistic main and secondary characters
  • Refine scenes and put them into sequences
  • Develop successful screenwriting habits

Prerequisites

SCRIPT X 410.1 Feature Film I and SCRIPT X 410.2 Feature Film II. Students must bring their beat sheets or treatments and Act I to the first class meeting and be prepared to write.

SCRIPT X 410.1 Feature Film I and SCRIPT X 410.2 Feature Film II, or department approval.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Feature Film III
Section Schedule
Jul 06, 2024 to Sep 14, 2024
Type
Discussion
Days
Sa
Time
10:00AM to 1:00PM
Dates
Jul 06, 2024 to Aug 24, 2024
Type
Discussion
Days
Sa
Time
10:00AM to 1:00PM
Dates
Sep 07, 2024 to Sep 14, 2024
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
30.0
Location
  • UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Fee(s)
standard credit (3 units) $720.00 Click here to get more information
Available for Credit
3 units
Refund Request Deadline
Jul 20, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Jul 20, 2024
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 21, 2024 to Sep 14, 2024
Instructors
Section Notes

No meeting August 31, 2024.

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This course meets in person at the designated class meeting time and location. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Section Materials
  • (Mandatory) Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
  • (Optional) SAVE THE CAT by SNYDER, BLAKE © 2005 WIESE PRODUCTIONS, MICHAEL ISBN 9781932907001
  • (Optional) CUT TO THE CHASE: WRITING FEATURE FILMS WITH THE PROS AT UCLA EXTENSION WRITERS' PROGRAM by VENIS, LINDA © 2013 AVERY ISBN 9781592408108
Section Title
Feature Film III
Type
Online
Days
W
Time
7:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Jul 10, 2024 to Sep 11, 2024
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
30.0
Location
  • Remote Classroom
Delivery Options
Live Online  
Course Fee(s)
standard credit (3 units) $720.00 Click here to get more information
Available for Credit
3 units
Refund Request Deadline
Jul 24, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Jul 24, 2024
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 25, 2024 to Sep 17, 2024
Instructors
Section Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This course is held via video teleconference. Instructors use Zoom to offer live class meetings at the designated class meeting time. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Section Materials
  • (Mandatory) Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Section Title
Feature Film III
Type
Online
Dates
Jul 10, 2024 to Sep 17, 2024
Contact Hours
30.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
standard credit (3 units) $720.00 Click here to get more information
Available for Credit
3 units
Refund Request Deadline
Jul 24, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Jul 24, 2024
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 25, 2024 to Sep 17, 2024
Instructors
Section Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This online course is conducted through Canvas, a secure website that allows students to log in to access lectures, discussions, and other course materials on demand. There are no required live class meetings. Each course is structured with weekly assignments and deadlines. Lectures and coursework are accessible throughout the week. Workshops are conducted in writing via discussion boards with your instructor and classmates.

 

Section Materials
  • (Mandatory) Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
  • (Mandatory) THE HOLLYWOOD STANDARD : THE COMPLETE AND AUTHORITATIVE GUIDE TO SCRIPT FORMAT AND STYLE by RILEY CHRISTOPHER, CHRISTOPHER, RILEY, CHRISTOPHER © 2021 WIESE PRODUCTIONS, MICHAEL ISBN 9781615933228
  • (Optional) ADVENTURES IN THE SCREEN TRADE by GOLDMAN, WILLIAM © 1983 GRAND CENTRAL PUBLISHING ISBN 9780446512732
  • (Optional) MAKING MOVIES by LUMET, SIDNEY © 1995 KNOPF DOUBLEDAY PUBLISHING GROUP ISBN 9780679437093
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