Short Films: How to Write a Script

A strong script is the foundation of an engaging film, and short films are the perfect training ground for both writers and filmmakers, a space for experimentation, growth, and learning. Patrick Nash, a jury member of the Foil Film Festival and a screenwriter, reveals the secrets of memorable stories. In this book, he discusses the development of cinema, the key elements of a script, plots, pacing, the creation of well-rounded characters, and dramatic situations. Separate chapters are dedicated to finding ideas, writing drafts, and editing. Nash then offers advice on formatting and presenting the finished script. At the end of the book, complete scripts of two Oscar-nominated short films are provided, along with interviews with their creators, from which you will learn about the filmmaking process and the realities of the film industry.