Screenplay: The Foundations of Screenwriting by Syd Field is a classic guide that has launched a generation of successful screenwriters into the film industry. This revised edition offers a fresh insider’s perspective on the ever-evolving world of film.

From the initial concept to creating compelling characters, from the opening scene to the finished script, Field provides easily understood guidelines to help aspiring screenwriters—from novices to seasoned writers—hone their craft. Discover essential techniques:

• Why the first ten pages of your script are crucially important
• How to visually 'grab' the reader from page one, word one
• The significance of structure and character as the foundation of your screenplay
• Adaptation techniques for novels, plays, or articles into screenplays
• Legal tips on protecting your work
• Crafting great dialogue, creating memorable characters, and building a robust storyline

Filled with personal anecdotes and industry insights, this book is a step-by-step, comprehensive technique for writing a screenplay that will succeed in Hollywood. Syd Field, revered as the master of screenplay story structure, continues to set the gold standard for learning the art of screenwriting.