?One constant truth emerges ? that the
evolution of a whole and consistent film
demands a rare, almost miraculous fusion
of many and various creative elements.?
? Lindsay Anderson, Director
Published by Intellect, the Journal of
Screenwriting is a peer-reviewed journal for
screenwriters, scholars and film fans alike.
This inaugural issue establishes the journal?s
broad scope and rigorous approach, bridging the
gap between academic theory and screenwriting
practice. The auteur theory is challenged in
articles that examine some of the most
successful writer-director collaborations in
film history, and we ask why ?the greatest
Italian screenwriter? Tonino Guerra remains only a ?footnote?.
Contemporary issues facing those working in the
screenwriting industry are also addressed,
ranging from the practical (the effectiveness of
the Screen Idea Work Group) to the theoretical
(the relevance of Aristotle?s Poetics to the
screenwriter). There is a historical analysis of
the Danish screenwriting industry, and an
examination of the trend in US independent film
to dispense with the screenplay altogether. The
Research Resources section discusses some
highlights among the unpublished scripts in the
BFI?s Special Collection, and finally the best
new books on screenwriting are reviewed.
Explore Volume 1 Number 1 free online:
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Journal Info
Title Information: Journal of Screenwriting
Principal Editor: Jill Nelmes
ISSN: 1759-7137
First Published: September 2009
Subscriptions: £33 (Personal)/ £103 (Institutional) (2 issues per year)
URL:
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