Arthur Miller is described by some as the greatest American playwright of the twentieth century. But to fully understand and appreciate his work, students must comprehend the political climate in which he was writing and the changes facing the world at the time.
Explores television and movie screenwriting, providing a description of the writing process; in-depth analyses of the scripts of "On the Waterfront" and "The Breakfast Club;" an overview of episodic form; and advice on finding a job.
Explores the career of a television and movie editor; providing descriptions of different responsibilities, in-depth analyses of the editing in "Psycho" and "Apocalypse Now, " and advice on finding a job in the field.
Explores the career of a television and movie director; providing descriptions of different responsibilities, in-depth analyses of the directing in "Citizen Kane" and "The Sixth Sense, " and advice on finding a job in the field.
"Divides the creative writing process into five steps, from inspiration to publishable story, and includes in-depth treatment of the mystery fiction genre with writing prompts"--Provided by publisher.
