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Feature Film Story Structure Basics

SCRIPT 701.1

Begin exploring the essential elements of feature film structure in this course for people who have always wanted to write for the screen.

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What you can learn.

Get an overview of the major elements of feature film story structure
Compare instructor lessons with a powerful feature film script you read on your own
Measure your learning progress with weekly quizzes
Use writing prompts to help you lay out your own feature film story

About this course:

Feature-length films are a popular and enduring form of storytelling. Writers who aspire to craft stories for the silver screen benefit from learning the basics of screen storytelling, which includes mastering the concepts of story structure. While every film is a unique story world with its own characters, all features share a common DNA you can use to shape the story you want to tell. In this self-paced course, you read a powerful script and watch pre-recorded videos featuring outstanding Writers’ Program instructors discussing the elements of story structure. Weekly quizzes help you gauge your understanding of essential concepts, and an optional writing prompt will inspire you to begin developing your own feature film concept.

Spring 2025 Schedule

April 2 - April 29

This section has no set meeting times.

Future Offering (Opens February 03, 2025 12:00:00 AM)

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Fee:

$75.00

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Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This online course is conducted through Canvas, a secure website that allows students to log in to access lectures, discussions, and other course materials on demand. There are no required live class meetings. Each course is structured with weekly assignments and deadlines. Lectures and coursework are accessible throughout the week. Workshops are conducted in writing via discussion boards with your instructor and classmates.

Refund Deadline

Refunds only available from April 02, 2025 to April 06, 2025

Course Requirements

Internet access required to retrieve course materials.