ABSTRACT

With On Screen Writing, director Edward Dmytryk offers a clear, methodical overview of the needs, practices, and problems of screenwriting, including extensive coverage of adaptation. Written In an informal, anecdotal style and using script examples from Hollywood classics, Dmytryk presents a practical set of principles for writing engaging, filmable screenplays.

Originally published in 1985, this reissue of Dmytryk’s classic screenwriting book includes a new critical introduction by Mick Hurbis-Cherrier, as well as chapter lessons, discussion questions, exercises, and a glossary.

chapter 1|16 pages

First Steps

chapter 2|8 pages

In the Beginning

chapter 3|16 pages

Who?

chapter 4|28 pages

See How They Grow

chapter 5|16 pages

Adaptation Continued

chapter 6|18 pages

The Image Is the Reality

chapter 7|14 pages

Point, Counterpoint

chapter 8|8 pages

The Art of Weaving

chapter 9|38 pages

No Piece Without War

chapter 10|8 pages

Clearing the Way

chapter 11|6 pages

The End

chapter 12|2 pages

The Tag