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Publication Date: 2 November 2011
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Extent: 160 pp
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ISBN: 9781842435106
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READING SCREENPLAYS
How to Analyse and Evaluate Film Scripts
Lucy Scher
Script Readers play a crucial role in the film industry, often responsible for determining whether a script is even looked at by a producer or development executive; yet those accountable for reading can be on the first rung of the industry ladder and have had little or no training for the task. This user-friendly 'how-to' guide written by one of the UK's leading script analysis specialists, lays bare the process of analysing film scripts. This is invaluable to anyone looking to work as a script reader, anyone who wants to work in development with writers, and for screenwriters themselves who are seeking guidance on how the industry might respond to their work. An essential reference tool, the book includes information on:
- How to write a brilliant script report
- Storytelling and screen genres
- Treatments and other short documents
- Writing clear and detailed analysis of the craft of storytelling for film
- Best practice in reading and reporting on scripts
It also includes a full Resource Section listing useful print and online publications, organisations and associations.
PRESS REVIEWS FOR Reading Screenplays
'it is such a worthwhile read'
- Lucy V Hay, bang2write
'Lucy Scher seeks to explain the skills needed to take on the vital role of script reader in the film industry'
- Leo White, Kamera Film Salon
'an ideal reference tool for anyone considering a career as a script reader or in film development'
- Moviescope
Newly published by Kamera Books, this user-friendly 'how-to' guide exposes the under-valued process of successful script analysis. Written by Lucy Scher, co-director of the UK's premiere screenwriter's organisation, The Script Factory, the book is a culmination of knowledge and insight acquired over 15 years of teaching the Script Factory reader training course in the UK and internationally. Comprising of six chapters, the 160-page paperback is an ideal reference tool for anyone considering a career as a script reader or in film development. Screenwriters looking for extra insight into how the iindustry might respond to their screenplay will also find this book invaluable. Includes contributions from industry insidersand a resource section listing useful print and online associations, organisations and publications.