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Q&A Do screenplay writers work by an established plot, or do they improvise without one?

Whether to outline a story thoroughly or not at all is a question that's been asked for a long time. But some general information may help. If you're writing on your own, you can write however yo...

posted 8y ago by Neil‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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#2: Initial revision by (deleted user) · 2019-12-08T05:49:07Z (almost 5 years ago)
Whether to outline a story thoroughly or not at all is a question that's been asked for a long time. But some general information may help.

If you're writing on your own, you can write however you like. There's no reason you can't just start typing a screenplay and, when you're done, edit what you've written into shape.

There are a couple of advantages to outlining. You'll get a more cohesive script in the end and you'll work more efficiently. While some writers are able to outline every detail and only then write, others find this to be a bit of a straitjacket. There is no single method that applies to all writers, and you'll have to find the answer that best suits you by trial and error.

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