Hey everyone! I'm just about to start my Masters' thesis which is a feature length screenplay. Any favorite outlining tips that you have? I've used beat sheets and treatments/outlines before, but I was wondering if anyone has any other recommendations that you prefer. ie index cards, etc. Thanks!
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Thanks for the input, everyone!
I use cards (the Celtx app). Once I have the story I select cards for a single character (by selecting categories) and make sure they have a complete story in their own right. Plus I can see if they are consistent, are they the hero of their own story. Simple method.
Try to limit it to one or two pages. Encapsulate all the main concepts, characters and key plot points. If it's for a 'selling document', don't draft less than ten times!