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.

READ MORE ABOUT THIS COURSE
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Online
In Person
Live Online
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.

Spring 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
-
Saturday 10:00AM - 1:00PM PT
Enrollment Closed
See Details
Instructor: Roberto Marinas
396883
Fee:
$720.00
In Personformat icon
Location: UCLA Extension Lindbrook 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 April 20, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Sat Apr 6, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Apr 13, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Apr 20, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Apr 27, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat May 4, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat May 11, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat May 18, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat May 25, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Jun 1, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Jun 8, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
-
Tuesday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
Enrollment Closed
See Details
Instructor: Julian Goldberger
396884
Fee:
$720.00
Live Onlineformat 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 April 23, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Tue Apr 9, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Tue Apr 16, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Tue Apr 23, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Tue Apr 30, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Tue May 7, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Tue May 14, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Tue May 21, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Tue May 28, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Tue Jun 4, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Tue Jun 11, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
-
Monday 5:00PM - 8:00PM PT
Canceled
See Details
Instructor: Elie El Choufany
396885
Fee:
$720.00
Live Onlineformat icon
Location: Remote Classroom
Notes

No meeting May 27 and June 3, 2024. 

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 April 15, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
STORY: SUBSTANCE STRUCTURE STYLE AND THE PRINCIPLES OF SCREENWRITING by MCKEE, ROBERT
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Mon Apr 1, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Apr 8, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Apr 15, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Apr 22, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Apr 29, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon May 6, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon May 13, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon May 20, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Jun 10, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Jun 17, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
-
Wednesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Enrollment Closed
See Details
Instructor: Ben van der Veen
396886
Fee:
$720.00
Live Onlineformat 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 April 24, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Wed Apr 10, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Apr 17, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Apr 24, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed May 1, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed May 8, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed May 15, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed May 22, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed May 29, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Jun 5, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Jun 12, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Enrollment Closed
See Details
Instructor: Steven Schwartz
396808
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 April 24, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
ADVENTURES IN THE SCREEN TRADE by GOLDMAN, WILLIAM.
(Optional) CUT TO THE CHASE by VENIS, LINDA
(Optional) MAKING MOVIES by LUMET, SIDNEY
THE HOLLYWOOD STANDARD by CHRISTOPHER RILEY

Summer 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
-
Thursday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens April 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Christine Shin
398367
Fee:
$720.00
In Personformat icon
Location: UCLA Extension Lindbrook 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 August 01, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional) TOOLS OF SCREENWRITING by HOWARD, DAVID AND MABLEY, EDWARD
(Optional) CUT TO THE CHASE: WRITING FEATURE FILMS WITH THE PROS AT UCLA EXTENSION WRITERS' PROGRAM by VENIS, LINDA
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Thu Jul 18, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 208
Discussion
Thu Jul 25, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 208
Discussion
Thu Aug 1, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 208
Discussion
Thu Aug 8, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 208
Discussion
Thu Aug 15, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 208
Discussion
Thu Aug 22, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 208
Discussion
Thu Aug 29, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 208
Discussion
Thu Sep 5, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 208
Discussion
Thu Sep 12, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 208
Discussion
Thu Sep 19, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 208
-
Wednesday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens April 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: William Hasley
398340
Fee:
$720.00
Live Onlineformat 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 July 24, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Wed Jul 10, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Jul 17, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Jul 24, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Jul 31, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Aug 7, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Aug 14, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Aug 21, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Aug 28, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Sep 4, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Sep 11, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
-
Monday 5:00PM - 8:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens April 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Ryan Ward
398348
Fee:
$720.00
Live Onlineformat icon
Location: Remote Classroom
Notes

No meeting September 2.

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 July 15, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional) SCREENPLAY REV & UPD by FIELD, SYD
(Optional) THE ART OF DRAMATIC WRITING by LAJOS EGRI
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Mon Jul 1, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Jul 8, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Jul 15, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Jul 22, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Jul 29, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Aug 5, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Aug 12, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Aug 19, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Aug 26, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Sep 9, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
-
Saturday 10:00AM - 1:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens April 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Tonya Cannon
398364
Fee:
$720.00
Live Onlineformat 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 July 20, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Sat Jul 6, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Sat Jul 13, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Sat Jul 20, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Sat Jul 27, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Sat Aug 3, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Sat Aug 10, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Sat Aug 17, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Sat Aug 24, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Sat Aug 31, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Sat Sep 7, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens April 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Tony DuShane
398330
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 July 24, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
SAVE THE CAT by SNYDER, BLAKE

Contact Us

Speak to a student advisor. Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm.

This course applies towards the following certificates & specializations…

Ready to start
your future?
By signing up, you agree to UCLA Extension’s Privacy Policy.

vector icon of building

Corporate Education

Learn how we can help your organization meet its professional development goals and corporate training needs.

Learn More

vector icon of building

Donate to UCLA Extension

Support our many efforts to reach communities in need.

Innovation Programs

Student Scholarships

Coding Boot Camp

Lifelong Learning