I've been stressed all week. I just finished a spec I'm super proud of, and it has no title. I've always prided myself on having a script title that's evocative of what you're about to read. Writing titles has become sort of a nightmare for me. I basically have to come up with the title before I write, otherwise, the stress will take over, and I won't be able to finish, I keep a running document of titles and I break it out every time I'm going to try a new spec. And I add to it every time I have an idea spark. Today, I want to go over titles with you and talk about how to come up with them and how to pick the right ones for your work. Let's get started. Your Screenplay Title MattersIf anyone ever told you titles don't matter, they were wrong, bucko. Titles are the first thing your reps or friends will tell people about a script. And it will be on every single poster and billboard when it's made. Your screenplay's title is its calling card. It's the first thing a reader sees, giving a hint about the world they're about to enter. A great title can intrigue an agent, producer, or audience member, sparking an irresistible urge to dive in. A weak one? Well, that can lead your script to an early rejection.Here's the good news: titling your screenplay doesn't have to be as daunting as the blank page itself....
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Friday, 10 May