Reading the Screenplay (9672.2)

This unit introduces students to the screenplay firstly as a stand-alone text that is an example of a creative practice on its own right. Secondly the unit considers the screenplay as a technical document with multiple functions and as a template for making a film. The unit will identify these multiple functions and the associated readers, highlighting that each reader brings a different set of expectations and interpretations to the screenplay. The unit uses both short and long form screenplays will be read and analysed, in conjunction with screenings of completed films.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Identify the different readers of screenplays and their roles;

2. Identify how the screenwriter addresses those readers through their writing; and
3. Demonstrate the ability to analyse a screenplay with a particular reader focus in mind.

Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None.

Incompatible units

None

Equivalent units

None

Assumed knowledge

NONE