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“Crafting Short Screenplays That Connect, Fifth Edition, distinguishes itself among screenwriting literature by underscoring the often-overlooked importance of human connection in screenplay writing, just as crucial as conflict. This pioneering work will enhance your screenwriting prowess, enabling you to craft richer, more resonating short screenplays that forge a genuine bond with your audience.
Renowned award-winning writer and director, Claudia Hunter Johnson, imparts the indispensable basics of dramatic technique. She navigates you through the intricate craft of short screenplay writing with meticulously designed exercises that gradually increase in length and complexity. As you complete these exercises and apply Johnson’s techniques and insights to your work, you will cultivate a more profound understanding of the screenwriter’s purpose, craft compelling narratives of human transformation, and refine your storytelling abilities.
The 20th Anniversary Edition is enriched with a collection of 11 short screenplays, including the radiant short film, ‘My Josephine’ by Academy Award-winning Barry Jenkins (Moonlight, If Beale Street Could Talk). Moreover, an accompanying companion website provides access to the completed films and additional screenplay samples.
This edition also expands to include two new award-winning screenplays, ‘Killer Kart’ and ‘The Great Wall of Vicky Lynn’, along with a fresh chapter that delves into the role of genre in short films. This book is an invaluable resource for aspiring screenwriters and students of the craft.”