SW 627 - Feature Screenwriting I

An initial study of the problems and possibilities presented by the feature length screenplay. Students pitch and write outlines for feature stories, develop an outline, then complete at least the first act of a feature screenplay based on the outline. Viable projects are completed in SW 647. Some sections of this course may be restricted to screenwriting majors only. Letter grade. May be repeated for credit. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits