“Features are marathons. Shorts are sprints.” As a creator, you know that the driving force behind a good script is having a compelling story that tells a message in words and pictures. Sounds obvious, but it can be challenging if your idea is vague and you only have 10 minutes of screen time. Fortunately, the writer and director Seth Worley knows a trick or two to get you going. In his course, “Short Films 101”, which is available on MZed.com, he not only explains how to write a compelling story for a short film, but also offers practical exercises on finding your own voice, structuring material, and troubleshooting on-set mishaps. Even if his name doesn’t ring a bell, trust me, you have seen his films. Seth Worley has created shorts and branded content for clients like JJ Abrams’s Bad Robot, Red Giant, Film Riot, and others. His work has been featured in Forbes, the Hollywood Reporter, and HULU, to name a few. However, don’t expect a conventional filmmaking class from him. Seth believes that creating movies should be fun, and it is always a unique journey from A to Z. While he shares his journey, you may discover your own. The chaos of notes on film ideas. Image source: Seth Worley / MZed No matter what genre or topic you base your short film on, the following tips can enhance your writing. If you want to go further and dive into the production, directing, and even VFX magic, you can...
Published By: CineD - Thursday, 23 March, 2023