Short films are usually considered easy to make and also mocked to be a child’s play. But, it’s as difficult as making a feature film as it requires the same kind of innovation and creativity. In fact, coming up with a good script that makes an impact on the audience is not a walk in the park. Short films have been an inspiration and source of reference for feature filmmakers.

So it ultimately boils down to making a good script which is the crux of a short film. It is important to follow a few rules before sitting down to write a script.

1. Short and Crisp

Making a long film is not important. What matters is making an effective film even if its only 20 min long. A short script reduces the production cost which is the most important factor. The second most important reason for making a short script is the film festivals. Film festivals prefer playing short films that are as short as possible.

2. The Story

Make sure to tell a compelling story rather than pointless visuals. The story is what that ensures success. A good story makes us remember the film for a long time.

3. Avoid the cliches

Stay clear of dialogues and scenes that are cliched as it eliminates the element of surprise. Even the most brilliant scripts turn out to be a disappointment if it’s predictable.

4. Unexpected plot twists

Nothing is more enjoyable than getting our brains blown off seeing something that changes the course of the film.

5. Make it Visual

A picture speaks a thousand words. A chain of moving pictures can speak a million words. Extravagant visuals appeal to the audience. The brilliance of visuals is that even a simple story turns into a wonder with the aid of good visuals.

6. Make sure it’s practical

Another important parameter is practicality. A script needs to be simple and practical because it eases the shooting process.

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