Pre-production · document
Screenplay
Also known as script, screen script.
A written dramatic work organized into scenes, action, dialogue, and production-facing cues.
In practice
A screenplay communicates the intended film while leaving department-specific execution to production planning; format conventions vary across markets and forms.
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Sources
- E-learning glossary · ScreenSkills
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.