Learning how to define the premise of a movie or TV show is a critical skill when you write, pitch or even just talk about projects. But it's not as easy as you'd think. Film and television are all about communication. You want the audience to understand the purpose and drive behind what you're doing. Even before that, you want executives and buyers to believe in the premise enough to purchase it. But here's the hard part: You can't JUST communicate the premise. You have to communicate a premise so well that people need more. Luckily we're here to help you get a handle on this. And the first really basic step forward? Recognizing that the premise should excite you enough that you can't wait to get to writing, or better yet, to get to the theater to see this finished product! But before we get into all that, I need to take you through the basics of the premise, get the definition, and look at a few examples. Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Wednesday, 26 June, 2019