How To Write A Screenplay (For Beginners)

Summary by Krater

This video breaks down the basics of screenwriting into six core elements—concept, logline, structure, writing the script, show don't tell, and rewrites—providing a foundational guide for beginner screenwriters.

From the video

Answers: How do I write a screenplay from scratch?

• screenwriting basics
• concept development
• logline creation
• act structure
• action lines and scene headings
• rewriting scripts

What it concludes

• Starting with a single ingredient or simple concept gives a clear narrative lane to follow.
• A logline serves as a short summary designed to get someone interested enough to read the script.
• Using the logline as a creative practice prompts and guides the writing direction.
• Writing a logline is much easier before getting into detailed script nuances.
• Asking 'what if' questions for every angle helps dial in what the story wants and doesn't want.
• Structuring the script before writing prevents getting stuck on details of unready scenes.