Transform your everyday scenes into powerful dramatic moments that readers can't forget and producers can't resist.
Date: Sunday, 27 April
Time: 11:20
Room: TBC
Filmed: TBC
Acclaimed screenwriter and author Simon van der Borgh reveals the secrets behind crafting scenes that don’t just move your story forward – they make it soar.
While most writers focus on the big picture, Simon zeros in on the essential DNA of great screenwriting: the scene itself. Drawing from his extensive experience and his groundbreaking book “Scene-writing for Film and TV,” he’ll guide you through the subtle art of turning ordinary moments into extraordinary drama. You’ll discover how to identify different scene types, master the crucial do’s and don’ts, and learn exactly what makes readers stop in their tracks and say, “Wow.”
Simon will revolutionize your approach to scene-writing by teaching you:
- The strategic questions that unlock your scene’s full potential
- The anatomy of scenes that grip audiences and won’t let go
- Advanced techniques for making your first page impossible to put down
- Common pitfalls that can derail even the most promising scripts
- Professional insights that elevate your writing from good to unforgettable
Don’t let mediocre scenes hold your script back. Join Simon and discover how to craft the kind of scenes that don’t just tell your story – they sell it.
Speakers In This Session
Simon van der Borgh // Screenwriter, Teacher, and Script Consultant
A veteran screenwriter, educator, book author and script consultant with a 30-year career spanning multiple continents.
