You’ve got a great idea for a montage. But what is a montage? Before we break it down, let’s quickly touch on what a montage is and why it matters on screen. Figuring out how to write a montage in a script the “right” way is a common concern, especially when there’s confusion around montage meaning and how it fits into visual storytelling. We’ll cover all of these in this post, along with a more efficient way to write your montage with an eye towards production so that your montage gets scheduled, budgeted, and shot.Continue reading How to Write a…
Have you read the Pulp Fiction script and been astonished at the writing? It can feel overwhelming when you sit down to write a screenplay, but the masters feel the same way. The Pulp Fiction script didn't come from thin air. There was hard work put into every page.Today, we're going to break all those rules as we go over the Pulp Fiction script. We even have a free Pulp Fiction script PDF for you.Continue reading Screenplay Examples: Pulp Fiction Script [FREE Script Download]
There’s no shortage of “How to Write a Spec Script” posts out there, and they tend to come in two forms. Articles about writing on spec either spotlight “business side” considerations — marketplace demand, how to get your material out there, which contests to enter — or they give guidance on the creative process: how to find inspiration, ways you can push your imagination, and spec script format. In truth, writing good scripts comes down to a balance.Continue reading How to Write a Spec Script — Tips and Techniques for TV and Film
You’ve finished the greatest story ever told. Now how do you protect your screenplay? It’s a good idea to learn how to copyright a script because, as a writer, the last thing you need is a legal battle. While Final Draft provides a link to WGA script registration, you might want to take it a step further to protect your work.Today, we’ll discuss the most ironclad way to protect your script. We'll tell you how to copyright a script to establish a record of ownership and give you recourse should you ever become a victim of theft.Hammering out the legal aspects…
In the age of YouTube, songs are meant to be seen, but producing a music video takes different skills and a different approach altogether. You may know a talented artist who needs a music video, and you might already have a pretty great idea for it. Creating a music video requires a blend of creativity and strategic planning to bring that vision to life. Now you want to back that creativity up with a smart production plan. Learning how to write a script for a music video ensures that your vision translates smoothly from concept to execution.Using a music video…
Sixty-one percent of businesses use explainer videos to market their products and services. An educational video can also be a powerful tool for training, instruction, or knowledge sharing. But how do you start from scratch? Writing a screenplay for YouTube ensures your message is clear and engaging from the beginning. By following these rules and using our explainer video script template, your client’s product won’t just be well explained—it’ll also captivate them. The right script template for video helps you maintain structure while ensuring your messaging stays clear.Continue reading How to Write a Buzzworthy Explainer Video Script
Parallelism, or parallel structure, is a grammar style that ensures linguistic clarity. We’re going to explore parallelism examples from writing with the goal of better understanding parallel structure. By the end, you’ll know how parallelism works, and how to implement it in your writing. Tip: that last sentence was an example of parallelism in action!Continue reading Parallelism Examples — Writing, Speeches, Shakespeare & More
What is an anecdote? In simplest terms, an anecdote is a short story that illuminates a nuanced facet of a greater subject matter. We’re going to break down anecdotes by looking at their definition — and anecdote examples in film and literature. By the end, you’ll know how to recognize and implement anecdotes in your own works.Continue reading What is an Anecdote — Definition, Examples, and Functions
What is a hero? Heroism is a concept we’re taught at a very young age. But is the definition we’re taught really accurate? Today, we’re going to explore the hero definition in a new light by looking at examples in psychology, film, and literature. By the end, you’ll know what makes a hero, and how to make your own characters heroic. Continue reading What is a Hero — Definition, Examples & Types Explained
What is a vignette? The term has the potential to be confusing because it means slightly different depending on which story-telling medium is the topic of discussion. Even within filmmaking, the term can also be used to describe two completely different things. We will sort through this confusion and break down each meaning of ‘vignette.’ We will also take a look at some vignette writing examples in literature and film. Learning this specific writing technique might be exactly what your next project needs.Continue reading What is a Vignette in Writing — Definition & Examples Explained
