Film Script

Prepared By: [YOUR NAME]
Company: [YOUR COMPANY NAME]

I. Title Page

Start your script with a professional title page. This page should include the screenplay's title, the name of the author, and appropriate contact information. Format your title page as follows:

Title of the Film: [FILM TITLE]

Written by: [YOUR NAME]

Address: [YOUR COMPANY ADDRESS]

Email: [YOUR COMPANY EMAIL]

Phone: [YOUR COMPANY NUMBER]

Website: [YOUR COMPANY WEBSITE]

II. Logline

A logline is a one-sentence summary of your story, focusing on the main conflict. Write a compelling logline that introduces the protagonist, their goal, and the antagonist or central conflict. For example:

"A determined lawyer fights to prove her client's innocence in a town steeped in corruption, risking her life as she discovers deeper secrets."

III. Synopsis

Provide a brief overview of your film's plot, outlining the setting, main characters, and the narrative arc. This should not reveal every detail but give a clear idea of the story’s direction and key moments. Here’s an outline you can follow:

Introduction to the main characters: [CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS]
Setting of the story: [SETTING DESCRIPTION]
Key events leading to the climax: [KEY EVENTS]
Climax: [CLIMAX DETAILS]
Resolution: [RESOLUTION DETAILS]

IV. Character Breakdown

Create detailed descriptions for each of the main characters in your story. Include their background, motivations, and how they contribute to the central narrative. Use this format for each character:

Name: [CHARACTER NAME]
Age: [AGE]
Physical Description: [PHYSICAL APPEARANCE]
Personality: [PERSONALITY TRAITS]
Role in the Story: [ROLE DETAILS]

V. Scene Breakdown

Organize your screenplay into multiple scenes that propel your story forward. Each scene should serve a specific purpose, whether it's developing a character, advancing the plot, or providing necessary information to the audience. Structure each scene as follows:

Scene Number	Location	Time of Day	Main Action
1	[LOCATION]	[TIME]	[MAIN ACTION]
2	[LOCATION]	[TIME]	[MAIN ACTION]

VI. Dialogue

Write dialogue that is true to each character's voice, advancing the plot and building relationships between the characters. Keep dialogues concise and impactful, ensuring that each word drives the story forward. Consider the following tips:

Avoid exposition-heavy dialogue.
Use subtext to add layers to conversations.
Ensure each character has a unique voice reflecting their background and personality.

VII. Notes and Revisions

As you develop your screenplay, keep detailed notes regarding changes, potential improvements, and feedback from readings. Regularly update your script to refine dialogue, deepen characters, and tighten the narrative. Use a revision log to keep track of changes:

Date: [REVISION DATE]
Changes Made: [LIST OF CHANGES]
Reason for Change: [REASON]