Write Like Wonder Woman
Learn the screenwriting methods behind one of the biggest films, then use them in your own works.
Learn how the writers behind "Wonder Woman" utilized methods to make it one of the biggest films in the world. Instead of talking about abstract screenwriting theories that are hard to grasp, you will see real scenes dissected so you can understand how the pros are actually writing these big hit movies.
Master Screenwriting Methods Utilized in "Wonder Woman" and Use Them in Your Own Screenplays
- Participate in writing activities based on the methods used in "Wonder Woman".
- Understand the themes of "Wonder Woman" and how they shape the movie.
- Learn how different characters are written and what makes them unique.
Beef Up Your Screenwriting Skills by Seeing How Big Movies are Written
"Wonder Woman" was one of the biggest films of 2017 and a milestone for DC movies. Overall, the success of the film comes down to the writing - this is where every movie starts.
Seeing how the writers of "Wonder Woman" employed methods to their characters, plot points and themes will give you more tools to use in your own writing. It will spark your creativity and show you methods you may have never seen before. And with the included activities, you will be able to practice these methods until you understand them inside and out.
Content and Overview
This course has 15 total lessons and almost an hour and a half of video content, geared towards beginning screenwriters but useful to ALL writers. You will see why particular scenes from "Wonder Woman" are so successful, how they utilized characters in the film, and how the themes of the movie drive the story. The lessons included have activities at the end so you can practice writing immediately! Think of them as exercises for your writing muscles.
First, we will cover the themes of "Wonder Woman", such as the effects of war and whether earth should be saved. Then, we will look at lessons taken from individual scenes and plot points. You will see how backstory can be made interesting, how victories should be taken away, and how sacrifices need to be handled. Finally, we will focus on the main characters of "Wonder Woman" and understand what makes them unique.
After completing this course, you will have a better understanding as to how professional screenwriters write these big movies. Even better, you will be able to practice these skills with the included exercises and them use them in your OWN movies!
Want to see a glimpse of the "Write Like Wonder Woman" course? Watch the free preview videos below - "Back-to-Back Surprises" and "Fish Out of Water".
Course Curriculum
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StartBackstory With a Purpose (4:50)
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StartSpice Up Your Backstory (4:16)
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StartSurprise From a Lie (4:01)
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PreviewBack-to-Back Surprises (4:30)
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PreviewFish Out of Water (4:06)
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StartOpposite Views in Your Main Characters (4:48)
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StartTaste the Victory (6:56)
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StartTake Away the Victory (5:02)
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StartDeath Proving a Point (5:01)
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StartA Huge Sacrifice (5:26)
Your Instructor
Ryan Estabrooks is an award winning screenwriter who has been writing for more than 12 years. In addition to being a writer, he is also a director, actor, and musician. He has written and/or directed numerous short films, web series, commercials, and documentaries. He is passionate about sharing his knowledge with others so that they can make great art to share with the world.