Sequences: The Hidden Structure of Successful Screenplays

“A succinct introduction not only to sequences, but also the theory that underlies all dramatic storytelling.”

—Andrew W. Marlowe, screenwriter of Air Force One, End of Days, and Hollow Man

The great challenge in writing a feature-length screenplay is sustaining audience emotional involvement from page one through page 120. This seminar explores an often-overlooked tool that can help: a screenplay can be built of sequences of about fifteen pages each. By focusing on solving the dramatic aspects of each sequence, a writer can more easily conquer the script as a whole.

DVD includes:

• Historical background of sequences.
• Introduction of the Four Big Tools that storytellers use to maintain audience attention.
• Graphics demonstrating the “nested structure” of successful screenplays.
• A sequence analysis of two recent, successful motion pictures.

Part of the Screenwriting Expo DVD Series, this 2-hour masters course is an exceptional value. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the finest faculty teaching screenwriting today.