The screenplay’s story-like essence made for a rather easy read. The script format eventually disappeared as the noted narrative consumed me. Although quite familiar with the film, reading A Boy’s Life brought an unexpected fresh experience. As a reader, one holds the ability to rely solely on imagination to put things together. There are no edited images to direct your thoughts. It makes for a very enlightening experience.
The agents in the script stood out to me the most. Each character was written very thoughtfully. Every word and action of a character would bring a great understanding of who the character was, is, and could possibly become. Executed in a very straightforward way, the screenplay left no bewildering areas. Everything was perceived without difficulty. Even having not viewed the film for many years, timeless images manifested within my mind. Only the work of such talented individuals provokes impressive visions. At the conclusion of the screenplay the story felt thoroughly complete. All the obstacles were overcome and the characters were forever altered.
Screenplays are not only meant for professionals, but anyone who is willing to read and grasp them. At the same time, the strict structure and formatting principles are geared toward professional observation.
-Brendon Kingsbury
Discussion Questions:
1. Why have screenplays never been on the same level as literature?
2. Why would it be important to distinguish non-screenplays from actual screenplays?
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