This seems like common sense, but I never thought to do it. I have watched a movie, paused, and then wrote in script format -- then compared to the actual script. I think writing the outline of each scene this way will be a really good exercise, especially for studying the second act. I'm going to start tonight. Anybody else tried this? http://www.raindance.org/screenwriting-structure-hack-nobody-talks/?plat...
Screenwriting : A screenwriting structure hack that nobody talks about by Lora Covrett
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I do this... but also write down the start time of each scene to get a handle on pacing. Often I read scripts from new writers where scenes go on for pages and pages and pages... when a similar scene in a pro's script (and a movie) tend to get right to the point (and run maybe 2-3 pages). Getting a feeling for how long a scene is helps you figure out what can be done in very little time. One of the "tricks" I often use is combing scenes - one scene that accomplishes 2 or 3 things.
I will do that (write down the start time).