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Film Writing Course

What will I learn?

Unlock your potential as a cinema professional with our Film Writing Course. Get stuck in to screenplay formatting, mastering scene headings, action lines, and transitions. Develop proper characters with believable journeys and backstories. Structure plots using the three-act model, and weave in subplots smoothly. Explore themes like redemption and symbolism, and craft real, authentic dialogue. Learn narrative techniques to keep audiences worldwide interested, making sure to be culturally sensitive and having universal appeal. Apply now to improve your storytelling skills.

Apoia's Unique Offerings

Online courses with lifetime access
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
24/7 online support
Select and organise the chapters you wish to study
Set your own course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study at your convenience, no internet required

Develop your skills

Enhance your practical skills listed below

Master screenplay formatting for professional scripts, ba ZED.

Develop proper character journeys and how they grow.

Structure plots with good pacing and timing that keeps everyone interested.

Craft real dialogue with subtext and good balance.

Explore themes that everyone can relate to for a global audience.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can change the chapters and workload.

  • Choose which chapter to start with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can add

You will be able to generate more chapters similar to the examples below

This is a free course aimed at personal and professional development. It is not equivalent to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate course, but provides practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.