Category: Screenwriting
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Script Club – #7 – Detectorists
Notes by: Adam Harper Date: 18th August 2024 Writer(s): Mackenzie Crook Pages: 35 Genre: Comedy Script Download Score Card Plot Characters Tone Writing Score 3.5 4.5 4.5 4 Overall Score: 4 Plot Analysis The first episode of Detectorists introduces its characters in a way that immediately reveals their passions and, perhaps, their methods of escaping life’s more mundane responsibilities. Instead…
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Script Club – #6 – Aliens
Notes by: Adam Harper Date: 12th August 2024 Writer(s): James Cameron Pages: 105 Genre: Science Fiction Script Download Score Card Plot Characters Tone Writing Score 4 3.5 3.5 4 Overall Score: 4 Plot Analysis Cameron kicks things off with a bang—literally. The explosive dream sequence at the start is like a horror-movie wake-up call, ensuring we’re strapped in for a…
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Script Club – #1 – The Bear “101”
Notes by: Adam Harper Date: 7th July 2024 Writer(s): Christopher Storer Pages: 37 Genre: Drama, Comedy Score Card Plot Characters Tone Writing Score 5.0 4.5 5.0 4.5 Overall Score: 4.5 Plot Analysis The opening pages of the script for “The Bear” effectively introduces us to the protagonist, Carmy, and his chaotic world. After a mysterious,…
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What Does Your Character Want? And How Does It Contrast from What They Need?
Hey there, aspiring screenwriters! Today, we’re diving into one of the juiciest aspects of character development: understanding what your character wants versus what they actually need. If you’re scratching your head wondering what the difference is, don’t worry—you’re not alone. Let’s unpack this concept and see how it can transform your screenplay into a compelling…
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Script Corner – Script Club – Week 1 – Sun 7th July
Welcome to the inaugural edition of Script Corner’s – Script Club! As we dive into this exciting journey, we’re kicking off with a modern script that’s taken the world by storm. It’s a comedy-drama that’s celebrated for its pace, style, and overall awesomeness. I’m thrilled to announce that this week’s script is none other than…
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Why your Protagonist and Antagonist should have something in common
Picture this: Romeo and Juliet, but instead of feuding families, we have a hero and a villain who are enemies on the surface but share a deeper connection. Intrigued? Let’s dive into why your protagonist and antagonist should have something significant in common. We can learn how to write deeper characters through their similarities. If…
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The Difference Between Script Coverage and Script Notes
In the world of script writing and screenwriting, feedback is crucial for transforming a good script into a great one. Aspiring screenwriters often encounter terms like “script coverage” and “script notes” during their journey. While both are essential tools in a writer’s arsenal, they serve different purposes. Understanding these differences can significantly impact how you…
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Understanding Your Script Feedback
Different readers and sites all seem to offer different breakdowns of your script. While I’m sure 99% of the time we are all looking at the same factors, it can cause confusion, especially if you’re just starting out and seeking screenwriting help. To help you understand your feedback from Script Corner Services, I will now…
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How to Fall in Love with Criticism
Do you ever see red when you hear things you don’t want to hear, not just talking about screenwriting criticism? Does a negative opinion of your hard work bring your mental health crashing down? If so, it’s time to embrace a new perspective: criticism is the sweet nectar that will elevate your script to the…
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Understanding Your Script Scorecard
When you use Script Corner services, you receive a scorecard that includes an overall score and individual scores for Plot, Character, Tone, and Writing. But what do these scores really mean? Score = 0 A score of 0 is rare. It means effort is either missing or needs a complete overhaul. If you do get…