Screenwriting with Aaron Sorkin

Aaron Sorkin’s MasterClass on screenwriting offers an in-depth exploration of the craft, drawing from his extensive experience in film and television. The course is structured into several key sections:

Here’s what you’ll discover inside:

• Intention and Obstacle: Sorkin emphasizes that every scene should revolve around a character’s clear intention and the obstacles they face, forming the backbone of compelling drama.
• Story Development: He guides students on testing the viability of their ideas and determining the appropriate medium—film or television—for their stories.
• Character Development: Sorkin delves into creating multifaceted characters, using examples from his works like The Social Network and The West Wing to illustrate his points.
• Research and Incorporation: He discusses effective research methods and how to seamlessly integrate factual information into narratives without disrupting the story’s flow.
• Audience Engagement: Sorkin shares techniques for crafting stories that actively engage audiences, ensuring they are invested in the narrative.
• Scene Construction: He provides insights into structuring scenes to maintain momentum and ensure each one advances the overall narrative.
• Dialogue Writing: Known for his sharp dialogue, Sorkin teaches how to write conversations that are both realistic and captivating, treating dialogue as a form of music with its own rhythm and cadence.
• Rewriting Process: He underscores the importance of revisions, offering strategies for refining scripts and the value of feedback from trusted sources.
• Practical Workshops: The course includes group workshops where Sorkin critiques scripts, providing practical advice and demonstrating the application of his teachings.
• Industry Insights: Sorkin offers guidance on pitching scripts, collaborating with directors and actors, and navigating the business aspects of screenwriting.

By the end of the MasterClass, students will have a comprehensive understanding of screenwriting, equipped with practical tools and insights to craft compelling scripts that resonate with audiences.

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1. Asynchronous Access: You can view the content at any time, without needing to be in a live class.
2. Pre-recorded Format: The classes are recorded in video or audio (many were even delivered live) and can be replayed as many times as you want.
3. Structured Content: Courses are usually divided into modules or lessons with a logical sequence, making step-by-step learning easier.
4. Additional Material: Courses (often) include supplementary resources such as readings, presentations, videos, and exercises that can be downloaded.
5. Autonomy: You have control over your learning pace, allowing you to progress faster or take more time according to your availability.
6. Limited Interactivity: Real-time interaction with the instructor is not mandatory or is minimal, although some courses may include forums or discussion groups for questions.
7. Assessments: They may include quizzes, exams, or other forms of evaluation to measure your progress.
8. Certification: All our courses offer the possibility of purchasing a completion diploma that you can download and share on your resume, LinkedIn, and social networks.
9. Updates: Our recorded courses are periodically updated to reflect changes in content or in the field of study.
10. Multi-platform Access: All our courses can be accessed from different technological devices (computers, tablets, smartphones, and even television), making learning from anywhere easy.