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May 12, 2024
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FLM 109 - Script Coverage
Credits: 3
3 Lecture Hours
Description
This course focuses on the techniques used to analyze screenplays, a process known in the entertainment industry as “script coverage.” It explores artistic, formal and business considerations for evaluating a script’s quality and viability for production. Students learn to critically appraise key narrative elements such as plot and character development, as well as budgetary and logistical concerns, necessary for a script to meet a potential buyer or producer’s needs. Students read a variety of scripts and professionally-generated coverage documents from real-world entertainment companies. Students write their own coverage documents from assigned readings and sharpen their analytical skills through class discussions.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Evaluate critically the fundamental creative, formal and structural elements of a script and present conclusions in written and oral presentations.
- Write script coverage documents at a professional industry-standard level.
- Use industry-standard script analysis terminology and vocabulary in quizzes, discussions and written submissions.
- Utilize industry-standard script formatting in scriptwriting exercises.
- Formulate recommendations to correct script flaws and weaknesses as demonstrated through written assignments and class discussions.
Listed Topics
- Coverage
- Script Terminology
- Script Format Components
- Three-Act Structure
- Conflict/Stakes
- Character
- Plot
- Theme
- Dialogue
- Narrative Storytelling Techniques
Reference Materials
Scripts, Coverage, Textbooks, Online Articles, Screenplay formatting software
Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals: - Communication
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 12/1/2023
Last Reviewed: 12/1/2023
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