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Aristotle's Poetics for Screenwriters: Storytelling Secrets from the Greatest Mind in Western Civilization

by Michael Tierno

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In carefully organized chapters, Tierno breaks down the fundamentals of screenwriting, highlighting particular aspects of Aristotle's work. Then, using examples from some of the best movies ever made, he demonstrates how to apply these ancient insights to modern-day screenwriting.

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Builds on the philosophies of the original writer's guide to consider the fundamentals of screenwriting while highlighting particular aspects of Aristotle's work, covering such topics as plot development, dialogue, and dramatic unity. Original. 30,000 first printing.
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ISBN:
9780786887408
Subtitle:
Storytelling Secrets from the Greatest Mind in Western Civilization
Author:
Tierno, Michael
Publisher:
Hyperion Books
Location:
New York
Subject:
Aristotle
Subject:
Film - Screenwriting
Subject:
Motion picture authorship
Subject:
Motion picture plays
Subject:
Film & Video - Screenwriting
Subject:
Handwriting
Edition Number:
1st ed.
Series Volume:
1779
Publication Date:
August 2002
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Pages:
192
Dimensions:
808x520x55 36
Age Level:
from Al to l0
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