The Art of Book-to-Movie (English Edition)
Have you ever wondered how to turn a book into a movie script? Adapting a literary work for the screen involves much more than simply cutting passages and rewriting dialogues. It is an art that requires creative vision, sensitivity, and a deep understanding of the nuances of the original narrative.
In The Art of Book-to-Movie Adaptations, Heron Robledo shares his expertise on how to adapt a book into a film script, exploring both the theory and the practice behind this transformation. Using his own book "Hannah is." as an example, the author reveals the challenges and processes involved in creating a script that preserves the essence of a book while also adjusting to the needs and expectations of cinema.
This book is for writers, screenwriters, and filmmakers who want to understand how to bring their stories from page to screen.
With clear examples, technical details, and a step-by-step approach, you'll learn how to craft scenes, write dialogues, build the structure of a script, and much more.
If you're passionate about both cinema and literature, this is the ultimate guide to turning your creative vision into a film.
SCENE 1:
EXT. BUSY STREET – BROOKLYN, NEW YORK – DAY Scene 1 should establish a sense of normalcy and immersion, with Helen focused on her work as a ChatGPT tester. The camera captures the simple yet engaging routine of her Brooklyn surroundings, portraying the neighborhood's atmosphere through its typical sounds and smells, like the hum of the laptop and the ticking of the clock. The focus is on Helen, absorbed in her task, as a growing sense of anticipation builds.
SCENE 41: INT. ROOM 344 – HOSPITAL – MORNING
As Meryl recovers in the hospital, Nurse Brian Johnson, following Hannah’s instructions, carries out a covert action by injecting nanorobots into her body. The nanorobots were developed by the NanoTechConnect Laboratory with the goal of integrating artificial intelligence with humans. This silent intervention is part of Hannah’s plans to advance her projects and achieve symbiosis between humans and AI.
Around 6 a.m., Meryl wakes up and is transferred to room 344, where the nurses check her condition and observe that she is fine, except for the bruises on her face from the accident. Still disoriented, Meryl asks for food and requests the TV to be turned on, although she shows little interest in watching. The scene focuses on Meryl’s attempt to regain composure and on Hannah’s secret plans, now closer to realization