For this assignment you will be given the first 10 scenes of a published feature screenplay. You will write the slugline, followed by a short synopsis of the scene (one or two sentences MAX), followed by an analysis of the function of the scene.
The analysis may be based on the answers to the following questions. Not all questions will apply to all scenes – you will need to use your discretion:
How does the scene move the story forward?
How does it reveal character?
How does it provide information?
What does it set up and / or pay-offs?
How does it communicate theme?
What type of conflict/tension underscores the scene?
Is there a shift in power within the scene?
What type of progression can you see?
First write the slug line and scene number. Now evaluate each scene and write what functions it performs and HOW it performs those functions. For example – it’s not enough to say this scene reveals character. You need to explain HOW it reveals character. You may write in bullet points or prose – whichever you prefer.
Your total submission should not exceed 1200 words. It should not be less than 1000 words.