Feature Film II

SCRIPT X 410.2

Building on your outline from the first course in the feature film sequence, continue to learn how to write a screenplay by completing the first act of your film script.

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Fall
Winter
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Online
In-Person
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Starting at $720.00
As few as 10 weeks
3.0

What you can learn.

  • Learn professional film script format
  • Understand the basics of script writing structure
  • Lay the groundwork for a complete feature film screenplay
  • Create vivid characters and realistic conflict

About this course:

This second in a four-part sequence in writing a feature film script has you hit the ground running. You begin by pitching your story based on your outline and revising it to make sure the premise can carry the entire movie. Armed with a workable outline, you then flesh it out into either a beat sheet or treatment (at the instructor's discretion) and begin writing your screenplay. Personalized feedback along with mini-lectures on key craft points, including character development, story structure, and conflict, help you to meet the course goal, which is to write Act I (approximately 30 pages). May be repeated for credit. 
Prerequisites
SCRIPT X 410.1 Feature Film I. Students must bring a four-to-five-page outline they created in Feature Film I to first class meeting and be prepared to pitch it.

Fall 2023 Schedule

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Saturday 10:00AM - 1:00PM PT
Available
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Instructor: Tonya Cannon
394196
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
ENROLL BY: Oct 7, 2023
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Notes

No meeting November 25. 

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This course is held via video teleconference. Instructors use Zoom to offer live class meetings at the designated class meeting time. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. 
Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 21, 2023
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Sat Oct 7, 2023
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Sat Oct 14, 2023
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Sat Oct 21, 2023
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
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Discussion
Sat Oct 28, 2023
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
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Sat Nov 4, 2023
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
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Sat Nov 11, 2023
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
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Discussion
Sat Nov 18, 2023
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
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Sat Dec 2, 2023
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
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Sat Dec 9, 2023
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
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Discussion
Sat Dec 16, 2023
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Tuesday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
Available
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Instructor: Julian Goldberger
394197
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
ENROLL BY: Oct 3, 2023
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Notes

No meeting November 21.

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This course is held via video teleconference. Instructors use Zoom to offer live class meetings at the designated class meeting time. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. 
Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 17, 2023
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Tue Oct 3, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Oct 10, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Oct 17, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Discussion
Tue Oct 24, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Tue Oct 31, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Tue Nov 7, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Discussion
Tue Nov 14, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Tue Nov 28, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Tue Dec 5, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Discussion
Tue Dec 12, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Thursday 4:00PM - 7:00PM PT
Available
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Instructor: Jennifer Lee Loy
394198
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
ENROLL BY: Oct 5, 2023
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Notes

No meeting November 23. 

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This course is held via video teleconference. Instructors use Zoom to offer live class meetings at the designated class meeting time. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. 
Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 19, 2023
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Thu Oct 5, 2023
4:00PM PT - 7:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Oct 12, 2023
4:00PM PT - 7:00PM PT
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Discussion
Thu Oct 19, 2023
4:00PM PT - 7:00PM PT
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Thu Oct 26, 2023
4:00PM PT - 7:00PM PT
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Thu Nov 2, 2023
4:00PM PT - 7:00PM PT
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Thu Nov 9, 2023
4:00PM PT - 7:00PM PT
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Thu Nov 16, 2023
4:00PM PT - 7:00PM PT
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Thu Nov 30, 2023
4:00PM PT - 7:00PM PT
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Thu Dec 7, 2023
4:00PM PT - 7:00PM PT
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Thu Dec 14, 2023
4:00PM PT - 7:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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This section has no set meeting times.
Available
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Instructor: Tony DuShane
393629
Fee:
$720.00
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ENROLL BY: Oct 4, 2023
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Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted.

This online course is conducted through Canvas, a secure website that allows students to log in to access lectures, discussions, and other course materials on demand. There are no required class meetings. Each course is structured with weekly assignments and deadlines. Lectures and coursework are accessible throughout the week. Workshops are conducted in writing via discussion boards with your instructor and classmates.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 18, 2023
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Available
See Details
Instructor: Valerie Brandy
394199
Fee:
$720.00
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ENROLL BY: Oct 4, 2023
See Details
Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This online course is conducted through Canvas, a secure website that allows students to log in to access lectures, discussions, and other course materials on demand. There are no required class meetings. Each course is structured with weekly assignments and deadlines. Lectures and coursework are accessible throughout the week. Workshops are conducted in writing via discussion boards with your instructor and classmates.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 18, 2023
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional) Book: Save The Cat by Blake Snyder
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Monday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Available
See Details
394195
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
Still accepting enrollments
See Details
Notes

No meeting November 20. 

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This course meets in person at the designated class meeting time and location. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. 
Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 09, 2023
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Mon Sep 25, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119A
Discussion
Mon Oct 2, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119A
Discussion
Mon Oct 9, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119A
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Mon Oct 16, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119A
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Mon Oct 23, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119A
Discussion
Mon Oct 30, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119A
Discussion
Mon Nov 6, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119A
Discussion
Mon Nov 13, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119A
Discussion
Mon Nov 27, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119A
Discussion
Mon Dec 4, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119A

Winter 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Monday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens November 06, 2023 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Koji Steven Sakai
395683
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
Notes

No meetings January 15; February 19. 

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This course is held via video teleconference. Instructors use Zoom to offer live class meetings at the designated class meeting time. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. 
Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 22, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Mon Jan 8, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Mon Jan 22, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Mon Jan 29, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Mon Feb 5, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Discussion
Mon Feb 12, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Mon Feb 26, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Mon Mar 4, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Mon Mar 11, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Discussion
Mon Mar 18, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Discussion
Mon Mar 25, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
-
Monday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens November 06, 2023 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Janna King
395686
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
Notes

No meetings January 15; February 19. 

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This course is held via video teleconference. Instructors use Zoom to offer live class meetings at the designated class meeting time. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. 
Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 22, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Mon Jan 8, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Mon Jan 22, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Mon Jan 29, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Mon Feb 5, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Mon Feb 12, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Mon Feb 26, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Mon Mar 4, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Mon Mar 11, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Mon Mar 18, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Mon Mar 25, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
-
Tuesday 5:00PM - 8:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens November 06, 2023 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
395689
Fee:
$720.00
Remoteformat icon
Location: Remote Classroom
Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This course is held via video teleconference. Instructors use Zoom to offer live class meetings at the designated class meeting time. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. 
Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after February 06, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Tue Jan 23, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Jan 30, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Feb 6, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Feb 13, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Feb 20, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Feb 27, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Mar 5, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Mar 12, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Mar 19, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Mar 26, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens November 06, 2023 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
395692
Fee:
$720.00
Onlineformat icon
Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This online course is conducted through Canvas, a secure website that allows students to log in to access lectures, discussions, and other course materials on demand. There are no required class meetings. Each course is structured with weekly assignments and deadlines. Lectures and coursework are accessible throughout the week. Workshops are conducted in writing via discussion boards with your instructor and classmates.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 24, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens November 06, 2023 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Ernie Contreras
395693
Fee:
$720.00
Onlineformat icon
Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This online course is conducted through Canvas, a secure website that allows students to log in to access lectures, discussions, and other course materials on demand. There are no required class meetings. Each course is structured with weekly assignments and deadlines. Lectures and coursework are accessible throughout the week. Workshops are conducted in writing via discussion boards with your instructor and classmates.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 24, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
-
Tuesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens November 06, 2023 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Andrew Knauer
395647
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This course meets in person at the designated class meeting time and location. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. 
Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 30, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Tue Jan 16, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Tue Jan 23, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
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Tue Jan 30, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Tue Feb 6, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Tue Feb 13, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Tue Feb 20, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Tue Feb 27, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Tue Mar 5, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Tue Mar 12, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Tue Mar 19, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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