How dialogue works in film – artistically speaking What’s good dialogue? Words that efficiently express character and plot, while also drawing people into the drama or comedy of the situation. Dialogue can be witty, erudite. Dialogue can reveal the subtext of motivations and desires for the characters. But at a …
Working Title of the Film Script: “Workin’ Girl” Film Synopsis / log line: A talented actress gets to be funny, angry, frantic, and dramatic. She gets to speak in several different accents. She can roller skate, if she wants. And she gets to cry. All within the span of ten …
Working Title of the Script: “Scenario Planning” Log line: A satirical tale of consumer marketing and scientific testing. Focus groups will never be quite the same. Locations: 4 or 5 Casting: 2 actresses, 1 actor or actress, miscellaneous people-in-the-background. The satirical world can be milked for comedy, horror, and drama. …
Working Title of the Script: “Redux” Because this high concept short film encompasses a life, it can be expanded to a feature-length epic movie. Or a romantic comedy. Or an existential drama. Or a tragic irony. The high concept is a hook to get people watching. The film can also …
Working Title of the Horror short film screenplay: “Ghost Eaters” Log line: The owner of a haunted house wants to improve her home’s resale value, and strikes a deal with an agency representative of some Ghost Eaters to clear it of supernatural residents. The deal ends badly for the homeowner. …
Working Title of the Film Script: “The Sitter” Film Synopsis / Log line: This short film screenplay showcases a talented actor whose clueless character just can’t seem to make a good decision. Locations: 4-5 Casting: 3 actors, 2 actresses Men are clueless. But each guy is clueless is a unique, special way. …