2023-2024 Catalog

MAC 220 Introduction to Screenwriting and Narrative Practices

This course focuses on the fundamentals of screenwriting and on the theory, form, and practice of audiovisual, time-based storytelling for screens. Through a series of screenings, critical readings, creative writing exercises, and the crafting of a short screenplay, students will become versed in the critical, political, and creative potentials of writing for screen cultures, including manipulation of time, space, and point of view, character development, and narrative theory. Registration is by instructor permission only. Before the end of advising week each semester, interested students must add their name to the consideration list here: https://bit.ly/MAC220

Credits

4 units

Core Requirements Met

  • Fine Arts