I think we can all agree that when the rewriting process happens, we spend the most time changing the first 10 pages of our feature film. We all know those are the pages where we can hook the reader, where we can promise them a fun romp and introduce them to characters they will remember for a lifetime. From the scroll on Star Wars to the temple escape in Raiders of the Lost Ark, the best movie openings hook the audience right away. They give us a taste of the world, characters, and stakes. Sometimes, they even toss us right into the middle of the action and make us fend for ourselves. Sure, we love three-act structure, but nothing beats a kick-ass opening. Whatever the case, movie openings are special. They’re a promise you make to the audience Let’s take a look at some of the best movie openings of all time and see what they can teach us about our own screenplays. The Best Opening Scenes Of All Time Let’s be clear: this is a subjective list that I complied. I wanted to include many genres, years, and lessons that you can incorporate in your own writing, especially if you’re writing along with me in the free screenwriting seminar. Okay, let’s look at some of the best movie openings of all time and see what works. First up, we need to decide whether or not we are in a computer simulation because the opening of The Matrix bends...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Thursday, 21 March, 2024