Chances are you’re reading No Film School because you’re not only obsessed with Hollywood, but you want to be a part of it. But breaking in is never easy. That’s why I think writing short films and even making them yourself has become a viable option for breaking into the business. Everyone wants to see their character arc and get their imagination on the screen. Sometimes, short screenplays are the only entry point to that world. Of course, writing a short film is no simple task, but today I’ll take you through a few great strategies to get your short film ideas on the page, and then hopefully on the screen. Let’s find out how to make a short movie together. How to Write a Short Film www.youtube.com How Long Is a Short Film? Film is a visual medium. You don't need a lot of time to tell a story. A short film is any film that isn't long enough to be considered a feature. The Sundance Film Festival allows its shorts to be 50 minutes or less. The Academy Awards sets the bar at 40 minutes. Technically this is what qualifies as a short film. Script writing can vary, but you never want to overstay your welcome with the audience. In my opinion, the best shorts pick a single moment and extrapolate it. Don’t get too caught up in thinking about these varying lengths. Focus on what you want to do with your short, the world, the characters,...
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