Writing Short Film Scripts

An invaluable practical resource for teachers and students of media, film studies, screenwriting, drama and English.

Features

• Comprehensive coverage of all areas of filmmaking for short films: screenwriting, pre-production, production and post-production
• Emphasis on the collaborative nature of filmmaking shows students and teachers how to work effectively to ensure completion of a polished product
• Highly practical content with clear explanations and guidelines, activities, definitions and web links throughout

Benefits

• A complete resource that enables students to work independently, whether for school, university or on their own projects
• The writer, a practicing and successful screenwriter with strong links to this industry, sustains a 'how-to-make-it-work' focus throughout
• For anyone making short films, this highly professional guide – based on extensive knowledge and industry experience – is essential

Paul Kooperman has created this indispensible classroom text. He is a qualified secondary drama teacher who is now a full-time screenwriter.