Description
Unlock the secrets of screenwriting with 'Writing for the Cut,' a transformative guide that unveils how essential editing is to crafting compelling films. Authored by Greg Loftin and featuring insights from cinematic legends like Walter Murch and Anne V. Coates, this invaluable resource is a must-have for aspiring and seasoned screenwriters alike. Discover the art of storytelling through the lens of film editing, and learn how visual juxtaposition enhances narrative depth. This book teaches you to become an active storyteller, encouraging imagination and creativity in both your writing and the editing room. The 2019 release from Michael Wiese Productions is in brand new condition and is perfect for anyone looking to improve their screenwriting craft. This comprehensive guide is essential for writers who want to write not just with words, but through images and sounds, ensuring that your screenplay resonates on the big screen. With key techniques to create sizzle reels and engage audiences, 'Writing for the Cut' is the definitive resource for understanding the intersection of screenwriting and film editing. Please note that delivery for this item is free; however, allow up to 6 weeks for your order to arrive. Once placed, your order cannot be cancelled. Transform your narrative skills today with this essential addition to your filmmaking library!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781615933006
Year: 2019
Publisher: Michael Wiese Productions
Description:
'The first draft of the script is the first cut of the movie, and the final cut of the movie is the last draft of the script' - Quentin Tarantino
Editing is what makes a movie a movie. Consulting with master film editors including Walter Murch, Juliette Welfling, Eddie Hamilton, and Anne V. Coates (whose insights and wisdom anchor the book), author Greg Loftin engagingly, smartly details the storytelling nuances and tricks screenwriters can learn from their film-editor peers.
Cutting-room veterans have long maintained that visual juxtaposition fuels film storytelling. Over-lapped images spark fresh ideas in the minds of viewers, encouraging them to become active partners in your storytelling and discover your story for themselves. In later chapters, Writing for the Cut shows how we can bring our stories closer to the screen by writing not only with text, but with images and sounds. The screenwriter is taken deep into the edit suite to learn the secrets of the sizzle reel.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781615933006
Year: 2019
Publisher: Michael Wiese Productions
Description:
'The first draft of the script is the first cut of the movie, and the final cut of the movie is the last draft of the script' - Quentin Tarantino
Editing is what makes a movie a movie. Consulting with master film editors including Walter Murch, Juliette Welfling, Eddie Hamilton, and Anne V. Coates (whose insights and wisdom anchor the book), author Greg Loftin engagingly, smartly details the storytelling nuances and tricks screenwriters can learn from their film-editor peers.
Cutting-room veterans have long maintained that visual juxtaposition fuels film storytelling. Over-lapped images spark fresh ideas in the minds of viewers, encouraging them to become active partners in your storytelling and discover your story for themselves. In later chapters, Writing for the Cut shows how we can bring our stories closer to the screen by writing not only with text, but with images and sounds. The screenwriter is taken deep into the edit suite to learn the secrets of the sizzle reel.