Screenwriting Masterclass: How to Write Fascinating Scenes (Udemy.com)
Learn How to Write Scenes That Really Fascinate Your Audience. Improve your Screenwriting, Filmmaking & Storytelling!
Created by: IFH Courses
Last updated April 2019
What you will learn
- Instructor-led online course through Screenwriters University designed to improve your scene-writing skills
- Put your scene writing skills to the test
- Master the craft of scene writing and increase your chances of writing a successful script
How it compares
Against the other 1,107 rated Udemy courses in Personal Development on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.5 out of 5higher than 34% of them
- Reviews146#762 of 1,108 by number of reviews
- Length0.8 hoursshorter than 91% of them
- Last updatedApril 2019earlier than 88% of them
Course Description
Join over 30,000 students learning from our courses!
Too many writers think that a scene is just two people talking or arguing. Or they use the scene as an opportunity to advance the plot, reveal character, or simply make an impact through set-pieces. While there’s some validity to that, most amateur scenes tend to fall flat and disengage the reader, who ultimately tosses the script in the recycling bin. Writing great scenes requires talent, skill, know-how and practice. While the first two can’t be taught, you can learn what makes a great scene, recognize when a scene doesn’t work and why, and apply practical techniques as you craft dramatic scenes and receive feedback from the instructor.
If you want to elevate your scripts and stories – AND your screenwriting or filmmaking career -- to the highest possible level, this class is a must.
They DON'T teach you this in Film School!
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What people are saying about our courses:
"By far, the best director and cinematography course on the Internet." - Nate Carroll
"I really enjoyed taking this class. It wasn't just that the subject was interesting to me, but the teacher also made the class intriguing. I would gladly recommend this class to anyone who would be interested." - Leah Ames
Very helpful. Adds depth to your understanding and intuitive insights which you surely had if you happened to play with video shooting and editing without doing any learning beforehand. It's enriching. The movie samples are great as the clarify the points. Love it! - Yosi Tsitsu
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In this online writing course you will learn:
How to craft and structure the basic dramatic scene
Effective techniques to make your scene more compelling
The three types of scenes in a screenplay
The key elements of the pre-writing phase of a good scene
The most common scene problems and how to avoid them
The crucial distinction between passive and active conflict
How to use the Emotional Palette to create tension and anticipation
All about pacing, scene variety, and scene transitions
How to craft scene subtext
Whether you are filmmaking as a pro, making movies on the weekends with a DSLR camera or deep into the craft of screenwriting this is for you.
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Who is Karl Iglesias?
Karl Iglesias is a screenwriter and sought-after script doctor and consultant, specializing in the reader's emotional response to the written page. He is the best-selling author of Writing For Emotional Impact and The 101 Habits of Highly Successful Screenwriters. He teaches at UCLA Extension’s Writers' Program, where he’s won the Outstanding Instructor Award for 2010, the Screenwriting Expo and online at Writers University. He also writes a regular column on the craft for Creative Screenwriting magazine.
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Important information before you enroll:
In case you find the course useless, don't forget you are covered by a 30 day money back guarantee, full refund, no questions asked!
Once enrolled, you have unlimited, lifetime access to the course!
You will have instant and free access to any updates we'll add to the course.
I will give you my full support regarding any issues or suggestions related to the course.
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If you've got the dream.
If you've got the drive.
If you've got the passion - but you're missing the knowledge and experience...this course will help you write and sell your feature film screenplay.
Enroll NOW! Let's get started!
Instructor Details
- 4.5 Rating
146 Reviews
IFH Courses
IFH Courses is a creator, publisher and distributor of high-quality online courses covering all avenues of the filmmaking, screenwriting, post-production, and social media/marketing crafts. Think of it as the ultimate online film school. We bring together industry-leading experts from all disciplines so you can learn from the best. Filmmakers, Screenwriters & Content Creators are our passion!
Our expert instructors will teach you skills that will have an immediate positive impact on your career or business.
You'll find his approach to our courses a bit raw and real. That's because I care about my students, fellow artists, and filmmakers. He has seen and personally made many missteps over the years and he wants to help you avoid making the same costly mistakes. The industry is abusive to the newcomer and he hopes Indie Film Hustle can help you navigate the shark-infested waters of the film industry.
We also are the founder of Bulletproof Screenwriting, Filmtrepreneur, IFH Academy, and Indie Film Hustle TV, the world's first streaming service dedicated to filmmakers, screenwriters, and content creators. Think Netflix for Filmmakers.
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Reviews
By James Harris on 4/12/2026
This course had some good information. But it made many references to seminars that aren't part of the course. The chapter "How to Create Compelling Dialogue" contained no information on dialogue; the instructor referenced a separate seminar but provided no guidance on writing dialogue.
By Sage Bardo on 1/28/2025
The way Karl explains it is very easy to understand. I am excited and looking to learn a lot more gems.
By Shaun Kolich on 4/3/2024
The second course by this guy and already my rewrite is 1000% better once I watched his dialogue course. Originally I did everything on the nose. Now I do a lot of implying without actually saying.
By Rachel Delovino on 9/16/2023
This class is packed full of great tips and tricks for writing scenes in screenplays (and really applies to any scene anywhere.) Can’t wait to get started.
By Reynaldo Cantú on 5/11/2022
Está bien la información, pero sentí que el curso es muy corto y que menciona los temas muy en general, hubiera querido ejemplos más específicos y desarrollando de cada parte. Es más como una introducción al tema.
By Anonymized User on 6/4/2020
Lots of 'dissected' aspects within the bigger picture I never thought about until listening to this. Good info!
By Eva Friedman on 1/30/2020
It was well delivered filled with pure valuable information. No fill ins or dragging things out. You come out of the course with a wealth of information!
By Lee Bailes on 1/27/2020
I enjoyed it. Nice and brief. Would like to go into more of this through examples etc. Perhaps see how a scene evolves over workshopping / applying different techniques.
By José Luiz Torres Vidal on 8/15/2019
Great course! The classes are very enlightening and give very interesting tips. I highly recommend it.
By Leslie Stahlhut on 7/7/2019
This course was a very good match for me. I am not a huge fan of the "rewrite this until it doesn't stink" school of writing, so I am thrilled to have a planning tool I can try.
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