EXPLORE STORYTELLING IN FILM WITH WORKING PROFESSIONALS - AND DISCOVER YOUR STORIES WITHIN

DARREN MARKEY is a working screenwriter/producer, with his most recent credits including THE UNLIT (shot in part in Blackwood), and is writer/producer on LORNE FILM's upcoming feature film MAGPIE. 

Darren has over 10 years experience as a trainer. He has an engaging delivery style with a focus on entertainment.

LUCY BEST is an experienced performer/writer/producer and is associate producer on the upcoming feature film, MAGPIE. 

Lucy regularly presents and facilitates events in the arts and not-for-profit sectors.

Lucy and Darren, share a passion for quality storytelling. Their emphasis for SCREEN TALES is on entertainment that informs - along with excellent hospitality.

  Where do stories comes from and why are they important? 

An examination into the history of storytelling and the role it plays in shaping the collective consciousness. 

You will begin forming an original idea for your own screen story.

 What makes a screenplay?

An examination of the classic three-act structure and how stories come to the screen through the building of a screenplay. 

You will apply these principles to your original idea formed in SESSION 1.

 How do the forces of antagonism drive a story forward? 

An examination of protagonist vs antagonist - and the various forms they take. 

You will recognise the hero and villain in your story, along with what it is they want.

  What is a character? 

An examination into the definition and purpose of characters. Includes analysis of Carl Jung’s theories on the origin of archetypes. 

You will recognise the archetypes in your story and the role they play.

The Hero's Journey - where does it begin and end? 

Analysis of several theories on screenwriting - The Hero's Journey vs Save the Cat. 

You will deepen your understanding of the journey your hero is undertaking.

How do screenwriters write?

A close look at the screenwriter’s habits and the tools used to create a screenplay. 

You will use your story idea to create a SYNOPSIS - ready to build into your TREATMENT and/or SCREENPLAY.