Script Analysis: Deconstructing Screenplay Fundamentals
James BangThe book explores theme and premise, provides an in-depth study of character development, and breaks down the dramatic elements needed to construct a solid screenplay. It provides examples of the three-act structure, The Hero's Journey, and the sequence method. Furthermore, it explores how the main plot and subplots are used in a storyline and discusses the importance of setting. Finally, it reveals screenwriting techniques and tools used by professional screenwriters, such as dramatic irony, reversal, and setup/payoff.
To connect with a broad range of readers, the case studies used in this book are mainly from contemporary films, including Get Out (2017), Lady Bird (2018), The Dark Knight (2008), Toy Story (1994), Parasite (2019) and Whiplash (2014).
Readers will understand how professional screenwriters use fundamental elements to construct, shape, develop, and tell a visual story. After reading this book, readers will comprehend the components critical to developing a screenplay.
Ideal for students of screenwriting and filmmaking who want to better understand how to comprehensively analyse a screenplay, as well as professional screenwriters who want to utilise this method to better develop their own scripts.