Why Characters And Dialogue Are Important Screenwriting Tips

By Linda Moore


While there are many aspects to creating a script, some are more important that others. In most cases, Hollywood master writers suggest that screenwriting tips related to dialogue and characterization are the most important. For, when a writer uses the right dialogue and creates interesting conversations between characters, a script is more likely to gain acceptance from an agent, studio or director.

Whether a conversation over breakfast, lunch or dinner, these scenes can add a great deal to the overall story. Whereas, issues such as lonely housewives, real estate salesmen, and teenage pregnancies often peak interest. As such, all of these and similar topics provide for great plots and story lines.

While this is the case, a writer can go even further by creating action such as in movies with superheroes. For example, a superhero attempting to save the girl in Superman, an FBI cadet confiding in a suspect, or, in the case of Dexter, a serial killer out for retributive justice to make right by committing proportionate evils to those whom have harmed others.

Dialogue and characterization are often the two aspects used when attempting to tie loose ends of a story together. In doing so, it is important that writers assure that all conversations have come full circle. Otherwise, the dialogue and context can often become confusing in the middle of the story.

Tips and tricks for screenwriting can be found in a number of places online. In addition, by attending a class in this area, an individual can learn even more about the proper placement of conversations and dialogue among characters. Whereas, having some aspect of an acting, directing or screenwriting class on a resume can also go along way when it comes to writers getting Hollywood to accept a script.

At the same time, it is important to pace the dialogue in a way that keeps the audience interested. Otherwise, it can be hard for individuals to move forward In the storyline. For, if an agent or director is reading a script and can figure out the story and plot before the end, it is often rejected. Whereas, if an audience member can figure out the plot and end of a movie at the beginning, many will leave before the film has reached conclusion.

Also, before submitting a script, it is important to note whether all information shared between characters is important to the story. If not, then editing out as much of the dialogue as possible can often be a plus. At the same time, it is important to assure that the remaining dialogue leads to a climax. Most often, writers will use some aspect of a plot twist to achieve this goal without dropping hints as to the end of the story.

By using characterization and the right amount of dialogue, action, suspense and reaction, a writer can enhance the ongoing dialogue between characters. At the same time, it is important that just enough dialogue be used so that the audience relates to the characters, plot and story. After which, by using these and other tips, those working in Hollywood will often be more eager to share the script with others.




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