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FILM 153 –  Screenwriting (CRN: 43733) at  College of San Mateo for Spring 2025

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FILM 153 Screenwriting

Study of the craft of writing screenplays, with emphasis on narrative film. Instruction and practice in devising film ideas, developing a film premise, structuring film stories, preparing character biographies, developing scenes, creating dialogue, and preparing a professional film script.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area E5c
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area C2)

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Department: Film

Number of Units: 3


Section
HYB - Lecture and/or Discussion
Meeting Date: 01/13-05/12
Meeting Time: 1:10pm-2:30pm
Days: M
Building: 10 Room: 0192
Instructor: Clark Barclay
HYB - Online
Meeting Date: 01/13-05/12
Meeting Time:
Days:
Building:  Virtual Room:  Remote
Instructor: Clark Barclay
Critical Dates for this Course Date
Last day to add class January 27, 2025
Last day to drop with a refund January 27, 2025
Last day to drop without a "W" February 2, 2025
Last day to drop with a "W" April 23, 2025
Last day to change to Pass/No Pass Grading Option May 12, 2025
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