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Alternative Scriptwriting: Writing Beyond the Rules

Paperback • 1995 • English

Alternative Scriptwriting: Writing Beyond the Rules

By Ken Dancyger

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About the book

In a field where novelty often equals commercial success, scriptwriters often strive to create screenplays that are innovative and exceptional. Going beyond the conventional three-act structure and exploring more inventive approaches, Alternative Scriptwriting, second edition, challenges readers to take creative risks with genre, tone, character and structure. Examples and case studies demonstrate what works, what doesn't and why, and exercises encourage writers to explore new ways of viewing th...Show more

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9780240802183

Published year

1995

Language

English

Original title

Alternative Scriptwriting: Writing Beyond the Rules

Format

Paperback

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