Dramatic Story Structure A Primer For Screenwriters Edward J Fink by Edward J. Fink 9780415813716, 0415813719 instant download after payment.

A successful screenplay starts with an understanding of the fundamentals of dramatic story structure. In this practical introduction, Edward J. Fink condenses centuries of writing about dramatic theory into ten concise and readable chapters, providing the tools for building an engaging narrative and turning it into an agent-ready script. Fink devotes chapters to the six basic elements of drama from Aristotle's "Poetics" (plot, character, theme, dialogue, sound, and spectacle), as well as the concepts of unity, metaphor, style, universality, and catharsis. Key terms and discussion questions encourage readers to think through the components of compelling stories and put them into practice, and script formatting guidelines ensure your finished product looks polished and professional. "Dramatic Story Structure "is an essential resource not only for aspiring screenwriters, but also for experienced practitioners in need of a refresher on the building blocks of storytelling.