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COMM 304 - Introduction to Screenwriting 3 hours

This course is an introduction to the art and craft of screenwriting. Students learn basic principles of screenwriting, including how screenwriting differs from other writing styles. Students explore the screenplay style and format, character development and story arcs through a film treatment and short screenplay. Cross-listed as ENGL 304 . Prerequisites: ENGL 112 , and either COMM 224  or ENGL 310.