Course Info

SCWR 408: Writing the Short Motion Picture

In this screenwriting course students will study the essential elements and conventions of writing the short film, including character, structure, and conflict. They will examine the fundamental differences between feature and short films. Story development emphasis will be placed on compelling character-driven stories that can be produced on a modest budget. Students will be required to complete two short screenplays. PREREQUISITE(S): None

Winter 2024-2025

Section: 801
Class number: 23018
Meeting time: M 5:45PM - 9:00PM
Location: 14EAS 00211 at Loop Campus

Spring 2023-2024

Section: 901
Class number: 32714
Meeting time: M 5:45PM - 9:00PM
Location: 14EAS 00211 at Loop Campus
Instructor: James Choi | View syllabus

Winter 2023-2024

Section: 801
Class number: 23036
Meeting time: M 5:45PM - 9:00PM
Location: 14EAS 00211 at Loop Campus

Spring 2022-2023

Section: 901
Class number: 39798
Meeting time: M 5:45PM - 9:00PM
Location: 14EAS 00211 at Loop Campus

Winter 2022-2023

Section: 801
Class number: 29012
Meeting time: M 5:45PM - 9:00PM
Location: 14EAS 00211 at Loop Campus

Spring 2021-2022

Section: 901
Class number: 37181
Meeting time: M 5:45PM - 9:00PM
Location: 14EAS 00211 at Loop Campus

Winter 2021-2022

Section: 801
Class number: 28718
Meeting time: M 5:45PM - 9:00PM
Location: 14EAS 00211 at Loop Campus
Instructor: Jess King | View syllabus

Spring 2020-2021

Section: 901
Class number: 30301
Meeting time: M 5:45PM - 9:00PM
Location: Online: Sync