Script + Screenplay

Here is the script and screenplay for component. The script and screenplay was done mostly by Tisha, but she asked the other team members for input and suggestions.

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In media, both a script and a screenplay are written documents that provide the dialogue, actions, and instructions for a visual production, but they differ in purpose. A script is a broader term that refers to the written work for any kind of performance, including film, television, theater, or radio. It includes the dialogue, character actions, and basic scene instructions. In the context of film, the script can also refer to an early draft of the screenplay before it is fully developed. Scripts may be revised multiple times during the production process as the story evolves or the director refines the vision.

On the other hand, a screenplay is a specific and more detailed form of script that is used in the filmmaking process. It is the formal, finalized version of the script for a film or television show, and it follows a specific format that includes descriptions of locations, actions, and dialogue. A screenplay provides a detailed description for directors, actors, and crew, mentioning the technical aspects of the production, such as camera angles, lighting, and sound cues. Screenplays are written with precise formatting to ensure that the director and team can easily interpret the document during filming. Essentially, the screenplay serves as the blueprint for the film, guiding the production from start to finish.

Below is my group’s script and screenplay:

Changes ⋅˚₊‧ ଳ 

We made noticeable changes to this screenplay. Later on, we decided to make the protagonist’s name the same as my name, as we noticed we kept accidentally saying Cassie instead of Angelica in the shot. To combat this issue, we just changed the protagonist’s name to Cassie. Additionally, rerecording the scenes would be too much of a hassle only because of a simple name change.

Another change is the ending, instead of the mom texting Cassie “where are you?” she would instead call her. This screenplay was made when we had a similar narrative but different concept for our film opening, so we made a lot of changes. A large chunk of the dialogue was reworded as we felt it was more natural to speak the words immediately from our minds, rather than saying it from a fixed script. 

Personal Reflection:

Thinking about scripts and screenplays has helped me understand how important they are in filmmaking.
For my project, I see how important it is to plan everything well. The script sets up the story, but the screenplay makes it clear for everyone on set. It’s exciting to know how the screenplay will guide the whole production and help bring the story to life. However, we honestly did not stick to the script that much. We ended delivering lines that felt more natural in the moment, instead of following the script which made our delivery.