The Art of Screenwriting by William Packard

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The Art of Screenwriting by William Packard

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The Art of Screenwriting by William Packard

Writing for the stage and screen presents artistic challenges to aspiring dramatists everywhere. Through practical, proven methods, playwright and poet William Packard leads readers past personal and professional obstacles to success. This book carefully explains the mechanics of plot, conflict, structure, form, character, dialogue, film editing, and treatment. It covers the commercial side of screenwriting with sections on marketing, agents, contracts, copyright, and collaboration. The elements of technique and story are emphasized as well as script mechanics, resulting in one of the most intelligent and useful how-to books on writing for the screen.

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William Packard has taught playwriting and acting at the H.B. Studio in New York City since 1965. His own plays have been produced and directed by such theatrical luminaries as Gene Frankel and Otto Preminger. He is the founder and editor of The New York Quarterly, as well as a screenwriter, poet, and novelist.
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ISBN 13 9781560253228
ISBN 10 1560253223
Title The Art of Screenwriting
Author William Packard
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Avalon Travel Publishing
Year published 2001-08-07
Number of pages 224
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.