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ISLA IPGT 24105

Argument

Multimedia
  • ApresentaçãoPresentation
    This curricular unit intends to start with the study of the argument and the narrative. In this sense, the syllabus begins with the basic principles so that students understand and master the fundamental concepts (objective 1, 2 and 3). Soon after, the development and creation of scenes, characters and plots are promoted (objective 4). After obtaining the previous knowledge, it is intended to create and develop practical exercises for the development of writing projects and preparation for filming the scenes.
  • ProgramaProgramme
    1. Argument. Concept and functions of the Argument. Stages of development of the script: "Storyline". Synopsis. "Step-Outline". Treatment. Formatting and language. 2. Narrative. Concept of narrative. History and Plot. Theme. Premise and conflict. 3. Character. Characterization: physical, psychological and social aspects. Biography and "Backstory". Objective and obstacles. Motivation. Interior Inner conflict. Protagonist. Antagonist. Secondary characters. 4. Time. Story time. Plot time. Order. Duration. Frequency. "Flash-back" and "Flash-forward". Ellipse.Compression and Expansion. Sequence and parallel assembly. 5. Space. Universe of history. Space functions. Scenery and props. Mise-en-Scéne". Off-field.  6. Scene. Scene. Sequence. Act. Functions
  • ObjectivosObjectives
    At the end of the semester, the student should be able to: Recognize and employ the fundamental principles and concepts of screenwriting. Recognize and apply specific writing techniques for the various formats; Distinguish and understand the differences between narratives; Allow the creation of scenes, characters and plots by carrying out practical exercises; Develop writing projects and structure the script and storyboard.
  • BibliografiaBibliography
    Cook, D. A. (2016). A History of Narrative Film (5th ed. ). W. W. Norton & Company. Dancyger, K. , & Rush, J. (2013). Alternative Scriptwriting: Beyond the Hollywood Formula (5th ed.). Focal Press. Field, S. (2014). Roteiro – os Fundamentos do Roteirismo. Arte & Letra. Field, S. (2005[1984]). Screenplay. The foundations of screenwriting [revised edition]. Bantam Dell. A Division of Random House, Inc. Parent-Alter, D. (2014). O argumento cinematográfico. Edições Texto & Grafia. Raskin, R. (2005). The Art of the Short Fiction Film: A Shot by Shot Study of Nine Modern Classics. McFarland & Company. Rodrigodraw, M. (2018). Guia rápido storyboard. Portuguese Brazilian Edition.
  • MetodologiaMethodology
    The teaching methodology adopted will be through the following methods: • Exhibition: presentation of pedagogical contents and analysis of texts and films, docs, etc.; • Interrogative, in order to develop critical and reflection capacity and to control the acquisition of knowledge: • Demonstrative, in the use of video tutorials on film and film; • Active, in the production of texts and in the development of projects. • Problem-based Learning (PBL).
  • LínguaLanguage
    Português
  • TipoType
    Semestral
  • ECTS
    6
  • NaturezaNature
    Mandatory
  • EstágioInternship
    Não