Patrick Melton
& Marcus Dunstan

Writers best known for their work on Saw IV, V, VI, VII, The Collection, and The Neighbor

Some of the highlights from the workshop:

– Understanding the language of filmmaking.
– How to find what kind of story to tell.
– Why you should engineer the writing process.
– Determining what the “X Factor” is of your screenplay.
– The best way to start off your outline/treatment/beat sheet.
– Best way to present your pitch.
– Why having a visual presentation with your script is vital.
– How to start off with a strong Act 1.
– Why formatting is a very crucial step to your screenplay.
– Why reading scripts (good & bad) will help you be a better writer.
– How to keep your theme intact throughout all your pages.
– How to write jump scares.
– Developing interesting characters and a great protagonist.
– The valley of death – keeping act 2 entertaining.
– Dialogue practices.
– Finishing the last act on a strong note.

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