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Writing and Selling: Thriller Screenplays (From TV Pilot to Feature Film)
Author(s): Lucy V. Hay (Author)
- Publisher: Creative Essentials
- Publication Date: 26 Sept. 2013
- Language: English
- Print length: 192 pages
- ISBN-10: 1842439715
- ISBN-13: 9781842439715
Book Description
From premise to resolution, Lucy V. Hay guides you through the craft of thriller writing, citing classic thrillers such as
Psycho, The Shining, The Sixth Sense and Fatal Attractionand lesser-known gems likeRed Eye, Desperate Measures, ImpostorandDeviationThe book also considers how the screenplay might be sold to investors, looking at high concept ideas, pitching, packaging and the realities of film finance.
Lucy V. Hay asks: what is flight vs. fight? What is the difference between horror and thriller? What are the different sub genres of thriller? What part do actors play in film finance? How can limited locations create new opportunities in storytelling and financing? Why is the lone protagonist so in demand? Why are female characters so popular in thriller? And much, much more…
‘Really hones in on the specific genre of thrillers with expertise’―Write So Fluid‘A must-read for any writer, producer or director looking to create (or in the process of creating) a thriller production. It could also be immensely useful for those generally curious about the genre or looking to learn more’―Film Doctor
‘This book should form part of the armoury for any screenplay writers bookshelf’―Stephen Hall
Check out Lucy V. Hay’s other screenwriting books:
Writing & Selling Drama Screenplays and Writing Diverse Characters for Fiction, Film and TV.Editorial Reviews
Review
“Really hones in on the specific genre of thrillers with expertise.” –Write So Fluid
“Lucy Hay explains what a script reader and editor’s role in film making, tells you to work on your concepts, dialogue is the last thing to work on and her new book.” –Brit Flick
