Maverick Screenwriting: A manual for the adventurous screenwriter

by Josh Golding

Every film development executive says they're looking for original stories. Maverick Screenwriting will teach you how to play with advanced narrative techniques - time, logic and reality - that change the way we look at the world. Discover the techniques that give films like The Matrix , The Truman Show and Avatar an original twist. You will * the difference between plot-driven and concept-driven films * how to play with time, reality and point-of-view in radical ways * how to emotionally connect with your audience * how to create a 'Matrix' that will hold your story together * how to push your concept to the limit- how to tell a story that expresses the unique way you look at the world In Maverick Screenwriting , writers, development executives, producers and directors will all find inspiration and new approaches that will help your film project stand out.

382 pages, Paperback

First published March 30, 2011

Reviews

[Sojo · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was pretty good, although the ridiculous word-art and bolded 'Maverick' every few pages does undermine its usefulness a bit.