Hummingbirdheart8: Agreed.
And you are so right about the first page of a script: It should lure the reader to turn the page, to excite them to read more … and be a…
Hummingbirdheart8: Agreed. While I don’t believe there are any screenwriting ‘rules,’ there are conventions, even expectations. I would not recommend anyone follow Field’s approach to style and format.
And you are so right about the first page of a script: It should lure the reader to turn the page, to excite them to read more … and be a good read. That includes format, style, and a page that is easy on the eyes.
That is the path of least resistance when it comes to Hollywood’s threshold guardians: script readers.
Glad you appreciate the Page One series. It’s actually a fair amount of work, but I enjoy all the contrasts in style. Daily proof of my first point: There are no screenwriting rules.
Best of luck with your writing!