"With three decades of expertise, writer-director Tony Bicat tells how writers survive when their job is often to tell other people's stories. His topics range from character and dialog to writing for specific genres and pitching ideas for pilots. With thorough analyses of groundbreaking shows such as "I Love Lucy "and "The Sopranos," this overview provides sound advice on working creatively within the challenging medium of television."
"Creative Screenwriting covers the entire craft—layout, character, dialogue, and structure—and features detailed analyses of films that range from Rashomon to The Full Monty. Although the book takes a strongly European perspective, American films are included. The guide features practical techniques grounded in the fundamentals of creative writing; checklists to help writers focus on the various aspects of the writing process; exercises ..."