Screenwriting from the Soul Letters to an Aspiring Screenwriter

by Richard Krevolin

How often have you gone to the movies and come out of the theater thinking, "I could have written that!" Many of us believe we have what it takes to turn out a Hollywood blockbuster, if only we had the right tools to help us do it. Screenwriting from the Soul is that tool. It simplifies the process, and at the same time acknowledges that writing, especially screenwriting requires a great deal of patience, stamina, and faith.There are many books on the art of screenwriting, but none approaches the subject from the unique perspective of a dialogue between expert and novice. Screenwriting from the Soul is geared to instruct the user in the practicalities, discipline, and emotional resources required to produce that winning screenplay.Written with wit and style in the form of an ongoing series of letters between a highly experienced, successful, but tired professor and a screenwriting novice, Screenwriting from the Soul is a heartfelt exploration of the screenwriting world that will become a mainstay of writing program curriculums across the world. It goes far beyond the textbook market to appeal to anyone who has ever wanted to write, or understand Hollywood and the creative process.This master guide helps the reader gain new insights and knowledge about screenwriting and the filmmaking industry gain the necessary skills, techniques, discipline, and mindset to produce successful screenplays touch upon the crucial spiritual aspects of the craft

Genres: Writing, Nonfiction, Reference, Film

Unknown Binding

First published September 15, 1998

Reviews

[ava · Rating 4 out of 5]

a genuinely helpful & entertaining guide which focuses on the bigger challenges facing young writers: passion, motivation, and persistence. tons of great tips about the nuances of screenwriting, but for me, the creative wisdom was most memorable.

[Ian · Rating 4 out of 5]

Maybe not the first book you should read on screenwriting but, true to it's title, it does ably explore more the why you should be writing as opposed to the mechanics of how to write a screenplay. Recommended despite using a slightly cheesy take on Rilke's 'Letters to a Young Poet' for its format.

[Monique Amado · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the best books on writing, and on life in general, that I've ever read. I return to it often when I need inspiration or a laugh. Brilliant writing, in the form of Rilke's 'Letters to a Young Poet'. Also reminiscent of Anne Lamott's 'Bird by Bird' in terms of candor and humor.

[Gabriella Niles-Ewen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Undoubtedly the most entertaining screenwriting book I’ve ever read. Fun, sassy and most importantly, inspiring.

[Nikki Ackerman · Rating 1 out of 5]

At first I thought it would be pretty interesting to read the letter format. But it drove me crazy and I didn't get past the first 45 pages. It was more of a chore to read than fun.