Learn the 23 Essential Elements to write successful comedies that you can immediately apply to your current screenplays. THE 16 STORY STEPS for Comedy will show you how to navigate through your comedy scripts with skill and confidence, while revealing new perspectives, comic twists and solutions. You will:

  • Master the art of the comic premise
  • Learn the screenplay structure unique to comedy
  • Orchestrate your comic characters for maximum humor
  • Learn how to balance comic tones with dramatic tones
  • Discover new, powerful, commercial comedy themes
  • Hone your comedy skills with fun, improvisational techniques

Films include: THE FULL MONTY, KNOCKED UP, AS GOOD AS IT GETS, SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE, FOUR WEDDINGS AND A FUNERAL
 
Writing Great Comedies