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Writing the Romantic Comedy is so much fun to read it could pop a champagne cork. -Alexa Junge, writer and producer of Friends Revised and expanded to celebrate a new generation of romantic comedies, Billy Mernit's insightful look into the mechanics of writing Hollywood's most enduring genre features case studies that reveal the screenwriting secrets behind classics new and old. Whether you're a first-time screenwriter, an intermediate marooned in the rewriting process, or a professional wanting to explore the latest genre trends, this thoroughly charming and insightful guide to the basics of crafting a winning and innovative script will take you step by step from meet cute all the way to joyous defeat. You'll learn the screenwriting secrets behind some of the funniest scenes ever written; how to create characters and dialogue that getsparks flying; why some bedroom scenes sizzle and others fall flat; and much more. Written in a refreshingly accessible style and updated and expanded to recognize the contributions of a fresh generation of romantic comedies, this newly revised 20th Anniversary edition of Writing the Romantic Comedy features case studies drawn from beloved romantic classics such as When Harry Met Sally, Annie Hall, Tootsie, and The Lady Eve to modern-day favorites including Hitch, (500) Days of Summer, Bridesmaids, and Silver Linings Playbook. Field-tested writing exercises are also included, guaranteed to short-circuit potential mistakes and ensure inspiration.Product Identifiers
PublisherHarperCollins INC International Concepts
ISBN-139780062950260
eBay Product ID (ePID)3046539891
Product Key Features
Number of Pages480 Pages
Publication NameWriting The Romantic Comedy, 20th Anniversary Expanded and Updated Edition: The Art of Crafting Funny Love Stories for the Screen
LanguageEnglish
SubjectWriting & Reading
Publication Year2020
TypeStudy Guide
AuthorBilly Mernit
FormatPaperback
Dimensions
Item Height203 mm
Item Weight346 g
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States
Title_AuthorBilly Mernit