Writing the romantic comedy : the art of crafting funny love stories for the screen
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New York : Harper, 2020.
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Published
New York : Harper, 2020.
Format
Book
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xviii, 458 pages ; 21 cm
Language
English

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General Note
Originally published in 2000 by Collins Reference.
Bibliography
Includes selected bibliographical references (page [429]) and index.
Description
"Revised and expanded to celebrate a new generation of romantic comedies, Billy Mernit's insightful look into the mechanics of writing Hollywood's most enduring genre features case studies that reveal the screenwriting secrets behind classics new and old. Whether you're a first-time screenwriter, an intermediate marooned in the rewriting process, or a professional wanting to explore the latest genre trends, this thoroughly charming and insightful guide to the basics of crafting a winning and innovative script will take you step by step from 'meet cute' all the way to 'joyous defeat.' You'll learn the screenwriting secrets behind some of the funniest scenes ever written; how to create characters and dialogue that getsparks flying; why some bedroom scenes sizzle and others fall flat; and much more. Written in a refreshingly accessible style and updated and expanded to recognize the contributions of a fresh generation of romantic comedies, this newly revised 20th Anniversary edition of Writing the Romantic Comedy features case studies drawn from beloved romantic classics such as When Harry Met Sally, Annie Hall, Tootsie, and The Lady Eve to modern-day favorites including Hitch, (500) Days of Summer, Bridesmaids, and Silver Linings Playbook. Field-tested writing exercises are also included, guaranteed to short-circuit potential mistakes and ensure inspiration." --,Description provided by publisher.

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Mernit, B. (2020). Writing the romantic comedy: the art of crafting funny love stories for the screen (Twentieth anniversary expanded and updated edition.). Harper.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Mernit, Billy. 2020. Writing the Romantic Comedy: The Art of Crafting Funny Love Stories for the Screen. Harper.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Mernit, Billy. Writing the Romantic Comedy: The Art of Crafting Funny Love Stories for the Screen Harper, 2020.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Mernit, Billy. Writing the Romantic Comedy: The Art of Crafting Funny Love Stories for the Screen Twentieth anniversary expanded and updated edition., Harper, 2020.

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