Make 'em Laugh
"Learn about the nuances of feature-length comedy films. For beginning AND experienced writers."
Course Overview
This self-paced class includes: readings, video instruction, and optional office hours
Curriculum Outline
- ✨ Module 1: Unexpected & Inappropriate
- ✨ Module 2: Theme/Plot
- ✨ Module 3: The 5 C's
- ✨ Module 4: Comedic Character
- ✨ Module 5: Physical Comedy vs. Comedic Dialogue
- ✨ Module 6: Rewrite v. Polish
Your Instructors
Wally Lane
Wally Lane is an award-winning writer and filmmaker, a published poet, and has written several articles about writing. He is a master of screenplay format.
Betty Kim
Betty Kim is a screenwriter and children's book author. She teaches writing to all ages, including classes for the NwSG, FilmSchool, and SIFF. She is a master of screenplay structure.