Screenwriting for Film & TV

Class Description

In this 4-week course, we will explore various forms of screenwriting, including feature-length films and TV shows. Students will practice linear, non-linear, and experimental visual story-telling techniques. We will analyze scenes and scripts from a diverse array of groundbreaking movies and shows, such as Squid Game (2021), My Neighbor Totoro (1986), Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004), and Twilight Zone (1959). Using these texts, we will craft characters, build worlds, and establish a cinematic language to effectively engage and communicate with viewers. Students will table-read their scripts during workshop and receive feedback from the instructor and the class. Writers of all backgrounds and levels are welcome. In this rich and collaborative environment, we will work to create a screenwriting community of learning and continued support, and deepen our understanding of the craft.

Class Format

This class will take place using Zoom videoconferencing. About 15 minutes before your class is scheduled to begin, you'll receive an email from your instructor with a link to join the class meeting!

Scholarship Information

Thanks to the excellent literary citizenship of our donors, scholarships are available for all GrubStreet classes. To apply, click the gray "APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIP" button. In order to be considered for a scholarship, you must complete your application at least one week before the start date of a class. Please await our scholarship committee's decision before registering for the class. We cannot hold spots in classes, so the sooner you apply, the better. Scholarships cannot be applied retroactively.

For more detailed information about GrubStreet scholarships, including how to contribute to scholarship funds for other students, click here.