Alternative Scriptwriting links scriptwriting to other forms of storytelling, and discusses issues including the three act structure, working with and against genre, character identification, and the implications of screenplay form. Key issues, examples, and case studies demonstrate what works, what doesn't, and why. Exercises encourage writers to explore new ways of viewing their work and to test the limits of their skills.

Additions to the third edition include:
* a comparative study of how two very different filmmakers handle different types of film.
* a look at ways in which narrative tension, story structure, and perspective can be used when writing for the digital film
* a study of adapting contemporary literature for film --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Synopsis
In a field where novelty means commercial success, scriptwriters need to develop screenplays that are exceptional. This book challenges the reader to take creative risks with genre, tone, character and structure. It uses examples and case studies to demonstrate what works and what does not.

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