The Ultimate Screenwriter Course
This course does what no other screenwriting course can: it teaches you BOTH the Art of Screenwriting & the Business of Screenwriting. Then, upon completion of the program, we GUARANTEE we'll get your finished script in front of a legit Hollywood producer who has the power to green light your film.
We are honored to have collaborated with Ron Osborn to develop the Ultimate Screenwriter Curriculum. Ron is a veteran Hollywood insider who's credits include:
- WGA, DGA, PGA Member
- 8 Emmy Nominations
- 2 Writers Guild Nominations
- 3 Cable Ace Awards
- Creator of Duckman
- Mork & Mindy, Moonlighting, The West Wing writer and producer
- Worked with Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, Ron Howard, Dick Donner, John Badham, Robin Williams, Bruce Willis, Brad Pitt, Rob Lowe, Martin Sheen, Anthony Hopkins and more.
- Written for Universal, Sony, 20th Century Fox, New Regency, Columbia/TriStar, Screen Gems, ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, HBO, FX, Showtime, Disney, USA, and Lifetime.
Are You Saying I Can Get My Script Made Into A Movie With This Course?
That's absolutely what we're saying. Of course, we can't guarantee that your script will become a movie. What we do guarantee is that if you complete The Ultimate Screenwriter Course, and send us your finished script, we will get it in front of a bona fide Hollywood producer who has the power and ability to turn your screenplay into a movie.
Here's a valuable insight into how the whole process works: a producer generally makes up his mind about a screenplay within the first ten pages. So, your goal is to write a screenplay that is so captivating that the producer keeps reading past the ten page mark.
THIS SERVICE IS INCLUDED IN
OUR COURSE PRICE OF $249.
Here Are A Few Students Who Followed Our Roadmap to Success:
Mariannjely Marvel
Graduate of The Ultimate Screenwriter Course and writer & producer of Moving Forward.
"I’m all for more diverse voices, new stories. Let’s get fresh perspectives out there, I’m all about showing a different side."
Katz Carter
Graduate of The Ultimate Screenwriter Course and Writer & Director of #FullMethod.
"Screenwriting is largely rewriting. By focusing on interior conflict, I was able to find the emotional core of my protagonist. I realized how much tension is lost when characters talk too much — silence became powerful. The difference was night and day. My third rewrite removed almost 10 pages. Screenwriting has taught me patience and precision. Every word counts."
Suzanne Nichols
Graduate of The Ultimate Screenwriter and Script Writer for Evolution: The Genius Equation.
“It is a very different way of writing. When I started out, I was still using words as a crutch, and I hadn’t really made the leap that I did finally make in terms of how to use words to create images on the paper that can then be translated back into the images.
Ian McCamant
A Graduate of The Ultimate Screenwriter and Writer & Director of Frivolity.
"What separates my zombie movie from the others is that it focuses more on the living people and the mores of their society. I'm also having fun with stereotypes,, a twist on convention, if you will."
The Ultimate Screenwriter Course Curriculum
The Ultimate Screenwriter course consists of 12 on demand video lessons, presented by Ron Osborn. Each lesson also has reading and viewing assignments.
Thinking Like A Screenwriter
In the world of screenwriting, it is crucial to adopt a strategic mindset in order to navigate the competitive landscape and achieve success:
The Needs Of The Narrative
The focus is on the essential needs of a narrative: story logic should emanate from character development rather than solely relying on the plot.
Coming Up With An Idea
Coming up with a story idea can be challenging, but it is crucial to be patient and open to drawing inspiration from the world around you
Three Act Structure
When writing, it's important to hook the reader early, typically within the first ten pages. By page 17, the main character should make a decision that sets the course for the rest of the movie.
On Theme
Understanding your theme is crucial as it guides all scenes and character development in your narrative. It serves as a compass keeping your story consistent and on track.
Scenes And Sequences
A scene is a continuous segment of a story that unfolds in the same place and time, ending with a "but" or "therefore" to drive the story forward and are crucial for engaging the audience.
On Character
Give Your Protagonist a Defining Entrance. Establish a distinctive factor about them for the reader to remember. Create a first impression to play into or play against.
Dialogue Exposition
Dialogue expresses character through text and subtext. Character creation in line with the screenplay's theme is vital. Subtext is the implied meaning beyond stated words.
Point of View
Point of view (P. O. V.) in storytelling is crucial as it determines through whose eyes the story is being told and can change the entire approach or attitude of your story depending on the perspective chosen.
Comedy Vs. Drama
Comedy doesn't always start with a comedic premise. Aphorism: Comedy is Tragedy plus Time. Humor often arises from revealing human flaws and extreme actions.
Writing Genre & High Concept
Genre in film refers to specific categories with distinct characteristics like content, style, narrative conventions, and characters that evoke a particular emotional response.
Proper Screenplay Format
Succeeding in the film industry hinges on more than just having a great script; proper format is essential. Your screenplay must be flawlessly formatted to appear professional.