Backward Engineering Your Script - Dealing with Dialogue

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There have been many examples of great dialogue written for feature films over the years. We go over some of the best examples of memorable exchanges that YOU may find useful for your next script.

Witness how writers cleverly found their way around restrictions during the Production Code (1934-1966) era...
How does reversal of expectation lead to memorable outcomes?
What is a prime example of overlapping dialogue making a scene feel more action packed?
How are both strengths and vulnerabilities revealed within one scene?
When does what appears to be a negative character trait turn out to be a strong virtue?
Why do surprise endings sometimes create problems... and what can you do about it?
How we can convey an outsider being suspicious of our lead?

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