Screenwriting is made of brevity.

Screenwriting is made of brevity.

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This quote by A.D. Posey succinctly captures an essential truth about the craft of screenwriting. It emphasizes the importance of brevity, which is a core skill for any screenwriter. In screenwriting, conciseness is not merely about using fewer words but about conveying powerful ideas, emotions, and actions within a limited space and time. A film script must strip away unnecessary elements and be laser-focused on what drives the narrative forward. Every...

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