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What you see is usually what you get. But sometimes, it's the little things you don't see that makes good screenplays into great ones.
It's the little things that make good screenplays great
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In Pirates Of The Carribbean Trilogy (2003-2007) The Ceremonial Sword made by Will Turner is a prominent plot device that determines the fates of the various characters who own and use it. It is also a tragic symbol of Love and Sacrifice.
The sword was a weapon most notably owned by James Norrington. Beautifully hand-forged by blacksmith apprentice Will Turner, the sword was perfectly balanced, and gold filigree was decorated into the handle.
https://pirates.fandom.com/wiki/James_Norrington%27s_ceremonial_sword
The sword's journey throughout the trilogy has been noted by screenwriter Terry Rossio, who states that "it's worth tracking the sword from the very start of Curse of the Black Pearl, all the way through to nearly the final scene in At World's End".This journey has led some fans to refer to the weapon as the "Sword of Destiny".
https://screenrant.com/pirates-caribbean-worlds-end-will-death-sword-ending/
This sword effectively represents Will’s journey and is a poignant reminder of its previous owner, acting as a tragic symbol of the trilogy's love triangle.
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl introduces Will as he delivers a ceremonial sword to Governor Swann. The weapon is intended to be a gift for the newly appointed Commodore James Norrington. The sword notably reappears in the third film, returned to Norrington after he joins Cutler Beckett’s ranks. Norrington ultimately finds redemption through saving Elizabeth from the Dutchman, sacrificing himself and stabbing Jones as a way of rebuking his offer to join his cursed crew. This is how Jones ends up with the weapon during the final battle, ironically killing Will with his own craftsmanship.
The sword builds on the story’s tragedy, representing how much Will has changed from the naïve blacksmith in the first film. From a man who supposedly despised pirates to becoming one himself, Will receives one of the strongest character arcs. Being killed by a symbol of his former identity is an incredibly fitting end to his story.
The sword also ensures Norrington’s presence is felt in the third act, despite his death never being mentioned. Although the admiral redeemed himself, he still metaphorically tears Will and Elizabeth apart, alluding to the love rivalry that began in the original.
The sword is also implicated in an act of revenge. Norrington was killed by Will’s father, Bootstrap Bill Turner and the pirate’s son subsequently dies by Norrington’s sword.
The sword is used as a prominent plot device and an interesting symbol of the various themes throughout the trilogy.
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Jack Carr - Script Changes | THE TERMINAL LIST
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How to write a Sci-fi scene heading?
I've been drafting episodes of an animated sci-fi show that I cam up with. Starting to move my drafts over to script format and noticed something. For scene headings, would I say day or night if the shot is in space?
The establishing shot in the cold open is a evil alien ship in space. I'm confused what's the best way to set that scene up?
I'm thinking EXT. - SPACE - ESTABLISHING - DAY? Any help/advice would be greatly appreciated!
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Script writing
Sorry Im a newbie script writer and I am trying to write a screenplay and was wondering what free app I can use on my laptop. Thank you
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Ted Lasso pilot (co-written by Jason Sudeikis) has a great description of the titular character.
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New IMSDB type Script website
Check out this website, I’m not sure if it’s been mentioned but just stumbled on it. I haven’t dug too deep into it yet but looks like a legit script site for reference.
Script Slug https://www.scriptslug.com
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Drew's Script-O-Rama
I'm sure folks around here already knew about this place, as it's been operating since 95. But for those who aren't aware, you should go check this place out. Drew's a solid dude.
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Towards the end of Sherlock S1 E1 "A Study In Pink" we get this sweet moment that encapsulates the whole show
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Pretty bad imho as expected from season 16.
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In the pilot of ‘Community’ (2009), Abed’s first line of dialogue is a fourth wall break in which he corrects the scripts description of him.
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2000 members guys
whoopty doo, we did it guys, and stuff...
like it's not a big deal man
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At the end of "Sound of Metal" (2019), Ruben's reason for leaving is shown in the script. This isn't fully translated into the movie.
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In the script of “The Dark Knight” (2008), the Joker’s “magic trick” is even described sarcastically.
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In the script for Avengers: Endgame (2019), the War Machine suit Rhodey uses in the final battle is referred to as the Cosmic Iron Patriot armor.
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I love how well this part of The Matrix script is written. From when they're about to unplug Morpheus.
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Call Me By Your Name - Just a bit of characterization that never makes it on screen
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In the 11/2000 draft of Adaptation, Charlie Kaufman shoots down the possibility of doing exactly what he’d have to do while directing I’m Thinking of Ending Things. Made me lol.
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That IS the first track of the album, I guess ...
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Shane Black is known for adding additional "breaking the 4th wall" commentary to engage the script reader, such as this appeal in The Last Boyscout to not explain a sex scene blow-by-blow
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In the "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" script, when Spider-Man 2099(Miguel) goes to the cartoon dimension, the characters are actually named as memes.
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Looking For Resource Recommendations: Help your fellow redditors out with websites, YouTube channels, books, software, etc. that aid in identifying the little details that make scripts great!
What we're not looking for: books like Save the Cat! that help you become a better screenwriter overall.
What we are looking for: resources like Lessons from the Screenplay that help us identify, and emulate, the little details in scripts that turn the reading experience itself into a wonderful art.
Tarantino telling us that Uma Thurman wouldn't have taken her revenge had the 'X' not been there is what we're looking for. Captain America stepping in the script -- though not seen on the screen -- in reference to a film 8 years prior is what we're looking for. The little things.
What are the resources you use that can help use identify, and emulate, these tiny details?
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“Rise of the Planet of the Apes” written by Rick Jaffa and Amanda Silver. Caesar the chimpanzee’s first spoken word in the modern Planet of the Apes trilogy is the focus of an entire page. This single page serves as the first act break for the entire trilogy.
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When Steve crashes the plane in Captain America: The First Avenger (2011), he asks Peggy to have the band play something slow because he would hate to step on her toe. When he finally dances with her in Avengers: Endgame (2019), according to the script, he does exactly this.
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In one of Tarantino's most famous (and his favorite) script details, we get a little bit of context for Uma Thurman in Kill Bill: Vol 1 (pg. 38)
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