Set pieces are one of the most fun things about film and television. They're high octane thrill rides that put butts in seats and make studios excited to produce your work. But what's the key to writing them in your script? When you're sitting in the theater or watching your big screen at home, you expect a certain level of entertainment, especially within the action and adventure genre. You want explosions, stunts, chases, and hand to hand combat. These fun moments all occur within set pieces. But what's a set piece? Today we're going to go over some of the best strategies behind writing set pieces, look at a checklist to help you on the page, and check out a few examples. So let's rumble! What are set pieces, and how can I add them to my screenplay? Set Piece definition A set piece is a part of a movie or television script where events reach a dramatic or comedic high point. They're isolated scenes or series of scenes that play off the plot or premise and can stand alone as something indicative of the theme of the story. Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Thursday, 4 July, 2019