ENGL- 38A - Screenwriting: Beginning

    Recent Professors
    J. Ducat
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Description: An overview of the elements of structure, theme, plot, character, and dialogue in writing for film. Students will critically analyze professional scripts, view model examples of film writing, and complete the first act of their own feature-length screenplay. Students will have the opportunity to read and critique each others' screenplays in a workshop setting. 54.00 hours lecture. (Letter grade or Pass/No Pass option)
    Usually Held
    Wed 9:35am–11:00am