Thought-Provoking Horror Narratives for Television and Film

About this course:

This comprehensive 10-week course offers aspiring screenwriters a deep dive into the world of crafting powerful, thought-provoking horror stories that resonate across cultures. Drawing from diverse global influences, including Latin American, European, South Korean, and Japanese horror, participants will explore various sub-genres, such as social horror and war horror, focusing on addressing contemporary societal issues. Through engaging workshops, expert-led discussions, and hands-on writing exercises, students will dissect iconic TV series and films, examining the successful integration of horror and social commentary while honing their distinctive storytelling voices. The course covers various essential screenwriting topics, from the history of horror cinema and diverse horror genres to screenwriting fundamentals like character development, plot structure, dialogue crafting, and visual storytelling. Additionally, students will learn about polishing their screenplays, obtaining and incorporating feedback, and submitting their work for consideration. Participating in lectures and workshops, analyzing seminal horror TV series and movies, composing original screenplays, and receiving invaluable feedback from industry professionals will give participants the skills and knowledge needed to create compelling, socially-conscious horror narratives that captivate audiences around the world.