IMF 52403 Scriptwriting: The Narrative Arc in Film

Instructor

Nathaniel Minton

Class Type

Lit Craft

Course Description

This course is an in-depth look at the foundations of narrative structure in film with an emphasis on classical Hollywood narrative. From the origins of narrative in Aristotle’s Poetics to contemporary films that innovate and break with tradition while adhering to principles of dramatic storytelling, the course focuses on how the arc and structure of a story provides the foundation for creating films that move and engage audiences. Includes theory, analysis, and application of principles through writing exercises, script reading, and discussions.