Writing the Romantic Comedy: From "Cute Meet" to "Joyous Defeat": How To Write Screenplays That Sell
Autor Billy Merniten Limba Engleză Paperback – 31 iul 2001
Revised and expanded to celebrate a new generation of romantic comedies, Billy Mernit’s insightful look into the mechanics of writing Hollywood’s most enduring genre features case studies that reveal the screenwriting secrets behind classics new and old.
Whether you’re a first-time screenwriter, an intermediate marooned in the rewriting process, or a professional wanting to explore the latest genre trends, this thoroughly charming and insightful guide to the basics of crafting a winning and innovative script will take you step by step from “meet cute” all the way to “joyous defeat.” You’ll learn the screenwriting secrets behind some of the funniest scenes ever written; how to create characters and dialogue that getsparks flying; why some bedroom scenes sizzle and others fall flat; and much more.
Written in a refreshingly accessible style and updated and expanded to recognize the contributions of a fresh generation of romantic comedies, this newly revised 20thAnniversary edition ofWriting the Romantic Comedy features case studies drawn from beloved romantic classics such as When Harry Met Sally, Annie Hall, Tootsie,and The Lady Eveto modern-day favorites includingHitch, (500) Days of Summer, Bridesmaids,andSilver Linings Playbook. Field-tested writing exercises are also included, guaranteed to short-circuit potential mistakes and ensure inspiration.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9780060935030
ISBN-10: 0060935030
Pagini: 304
Dimensiuni: 135 x 203 x 17 mm
Greutate: 0.22 kg
Editura: Harpercollins - Us
Colecția HarperPerennial
ISBN-10: 0060935030
Pagini: 304
Dimensiuni: 135 x 203 x 17 mm
Greutate: 0.22 kg
Editura: Harpercollins - Us
Colecția HarperPerennial
Textul de pe ultima copertă
From
the
slapstick
shenanigans
of
Hepburn
and
Grant
inBringing
Up
Babyto
the
sexy
repartee
ofShakespeare
in
Love,romantic
comedies
have
delighted
filmgoers
--
and
challenged
screenwriters
--
since
Hollywood's
Golden
Age.
Whether you're a first time screenwriter, or an intermediate marooned in the rewriting process, this thoroughly charming and insightful guide to the basics of crafting a winning script will take you step by step from "cute meet" all the way to "joyous defeat." You'll learn the screenwriting secrets behind some of the funniest scenes ever written; how to create characters and dialogue that set the sparks flying; why some bedroom scenes sizzle and others fall flat; and much more.Writing the Romantic Comedyfeatures case studies drawn from beloved romantic comedies such asWhen Harry Met Sally, Annie Hall, Tootsie,andThe Lady Eve,as well as field-tested writing exercises guaranteed to short-circuit potential mistakes and ensure inspiration.
Whether you're a first time screenwriter, or an intermediate marooned in the rewriting process, this thoroughly charming and insightful guide to the basics of crafting a winning script will take you step by step from "cute meet" all the way to "joyous defeat." You'll learn the screenwriting secrets behind some of the funniest scenes ever written; how to create characters and dialogue that set the sparks flying; why some bedroom scenes sizzle and others fall flat; and much more.Writing the Romantic Comedyfeatures case studies drawn from beloved romantic comedies such asWhen Harry Met Sally, Annie Hall, Tootsie,andThe Lady Eve,as well as field-tested writing exercises guaranteed to short-circuit potential mistakes and ensure inspiration.
Recenzii
“Moving
well
beyond
generic
pronouncements
and
‘rules’,
Billy
Mernit’s
specific,
well-tested
exercises
guide
writers
to
create
real,
personal,
credible
characters
and
plots
that
speak
to
the
romantic
in
all
of
us.”
Mernit’s screenwriting knowledge shines through this highly readable volume. This is no “formula” book but an essential guide to finding your own voice.
“Insightful, thorough, and easy to use, this step-by-step guide expertly balances the craft and the art of writing the romantic comedy. Billy Mernit really knows his stuff, and after reading this book, you will too.”
“Writing the Romantic Comedy is so much fun to read it could pop a champagne cork.”
Mernit’s screenwriting knowledge shines through this highly readable volume. This is no “formula” book but an essential guide to finding your own voice.
“Insightful, thorough, and easy to use, this step-by-step guide expertly balances the craft and the art of writing the romantic comedy. Billy Mernit really knows his stuff, and after reading this book, you will too.”
“Writing the Romantic Comedy is so much fun to read it could pop a champagne cork.”