Intro to Screenwriting for the Independent Filmmaker

In this class you will learn the basics of screenwriting, with a focus on tailoring your screenplay to make an independent film. We will discuss story structure, what makes a story work, characters and dialogue, and the next steps for your script. Each week we will study a different script and analyze it in the context of that week’s lesson. We will have in-class exercises and short (fun!) assignments. This is a class for beginners with all levels welcome. Anyone can write a movie – all you need is a notebook, a love of film, and an open mind.

Thursdays starting 4/23 2pm-3pm

Email: melissa@nohoarts.org to register

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