How To Write Memorable Scenes – Shannan E. Johnson

In this Film Courage video interview, Writer/Instructor and Script Consultant Shannan E. Johnson (The Professional Pen) shares how to make writing scenes more memorable. Shannan says it is essential to earn their significance by giving them purpose and connecting them to the larger story. Each scene should have a goal that contributes to the characters’ overall objectives. If a scene lacks purpose, it can be eliminated during the revision process. Tension and conflict can be built by complicating the characters’ goals or by having the audience possess knowledge that the characters lack. Additionally, visualizing scenes and creating engaging cinematic elements can enhance their impact…(Watch the video interview on Youtube here).