The Programme in Screenwriting is a 6-month course that equips aspiring screenwriters with essential skills for the entertainment industry. Students will learn concept development, story structure, character creation, and dialogue writing. The course explores historical perspectives, screenplay outlines, and characterisation through text and subtext, alongside studying notable Indian scriptwriters to inspire original storytelling.
“We need storytelling. Otherwise, life just goes on and on like the number Pi.”
— Ang Lee
Course Modules
Introduction to Screenwriting: Story elements, screenplay structure, and genres.
Story and Structure: 3-act structure, plot points, building conflict, and character arcs.
Writing Process: From idea to screenplay, scene creation, and dialogue writing.
Character Development: Protagonist vs. antagonist, emotional need, and secondary characters.
Screenplay Editing: Weaving, restructuring, and editing the screenplay.
Adaptation: Research, biopics, and writing for TV vs. Film.
Practical Application: Writing short and feature-length screenplays, industry trends, and career opportunities.
Final Draft
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