Basic Elements of a Film Script for BEGINNERS! (How To Format, Read and Write a Screenplay!)

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Hope you enjoyed this video!💖 What do you want to see next?🤔

[@BlossomAndShineWithPatri]

1- Exercises and advices on how to make interesting choices as you carry the actions saying your lines 💖 2- advice on your first call back that usually you do through zoom 3 - Advice on how to choose interesting intentions ( in your voice) 4- Exercises, advices on how to create a character from 0 . Thank you! Now i will watch the video and not skip any ads because you deserve the best! And even financially 🥰💖 love, patri

[@LondynMcCarty]

When is the right time to get a manager

[@rachelwolf5370]

I would like to see a more detailed behind the scenes look about what you do to make your KZbin videos.

[@katherinepollock]

I'd like to go more in depth with scripts. I think it's really interesting to learn about! Also, can you tell me what the difference is between a script and a screenplay? (I currently have very minimal info lol)

[@ellicia2877]

Maybe a video on how you'd tackle serious/complex roles like the one you did for Grey's Anatomy or characters you'd see on shows like Criminal Minds.

[@Blasianbby]

If feels wrong to not pay this girl. She is giving us all the info and time to help us out with acting, while she is acting and filming and writing, while also going to school. Its amazing and inspiring , thank you makayla!🙏🏿😍

[@kimberlyburks]

Yes she is. Very positive young lady. I hope she continues to thrive and teach teens as well as adults.

[@Mom_hack]

We basically are paying her because the more views she gets the more money she makes 😊😊😊

[@darthbedlammasterofdueling4519]

I am writing a Darth Vader movie and this is very helpful.

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355K subscribers!? She's getting paid very, very well. No need to worry about her.

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Relax. There's 2 full ads right off the bat.

[@adityaboi839]

bro singlehandedly jumpstarted my screenwriting (i visited this around 2 years ago and i never realized how helpful its been)

[@cmbv._.]

same

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Ok Stephen Spielberg keep your Oscar on

[@haleypoole9081]

Let's see it

[@spencerxolivia2584]

Omg i think we all can agree that makayla is basically our acting teacher / coach . Keep doing what you doing girl ❤❤

[@MakaylaLysiak]

😂💖 Thank you.

[@tshepisoselamolela5475]

I'm bout to get an A in drama

[@lalaisabxii]

For real!! ❤️

[@mae4780]

She does better than my drama teacher at school! 😊

[@gorgeoussweetie1335]

Yea that is correct but you need to learn what to do physically in a actual class. I follow her and I did a physical class for 8 months and I already started and so I followed her for I can make my skills and knowledge for acting better

[@strnvsq]

i’m 13 and recently started writing my first script!! i’ve been very confused about the ways i can improve my writing and this video helps SO MUCHHHH!!! thank you :)

[@Noob81218]

same!

[@rachelwolf5370]

I’m working on a script for a short film that I plan on filming this summer, so this video definitely helped. Thank you!

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Glad to hear that this helped! Happy writing!💖

[@wkstudios9557]

What will it be about

[@jaameraaa3018]

@@wkstudios9557 she posted the video now

[@wkstudios9557]

@@jaameraaa3018 thx

[@djodg6784]

I write short stories . It could be script's . So is there anyone to share with . Its my pleasure .

[@Ka5sh]

honestly this is the best video ever made about script writing i’ve watched 800 videos and this is the only good one

[@MakaylaLysiak]

🥺🤍 thank you!

[@amirajaldin350]

I'm was in the middle of writing a script when I got the notification for this video, I was like "THE GODS HAVE GIFTED ME A GUIDE!!!"

[@MakaylaLysiak]

😂 love that!💖

[@lance5600]

I'm so glad I came across your channel. I'm a multimedia arts student and one of the things our professor asks us to do is to write down a story idea, write a script and then make a storyboard and this video helped me a lot.

[@felixcomo8324]

I'm a beginner screenwriter and I found this video to be a good starting point . I'd like to see you give examples of how to incorporate dialog in a flashback setting, that is, starting in the present, and then going back in time to give the reader an understanding of what had transpired up to the present time

[@spirituallylovingme-11]

I have a question when the script is finished where do you go from there just wanting to ask

[@Kat_Author2021]

I’m doing that now, and I would like Makayla’s answer too. Lol. I want to know if I’m writing this correctly.

[@alyciawashington5845]

Girl! You don’t understand how helpful this has been. I am trying to apply to a writing camp with a production company’s and they asked that we create a short script. There is no one out there with a video or script example with layout explanation for tv shows/animated series. Can’t wait to learn more from you!! ❤️

[@darryljohnson6355]

thank you, I just purchased Final Draft, I am new to screen writing. I have two screenplays locked in thee old bowling Ball. You have just opened the door to me getting stronger in this new world of writing. Thank you, I will keep up by following your videos.

[@jordanvalentine_]

You’re just great! I feel like most people don’t take the time to explain this type of stuff the way you do. I hope your channel grows and I hope you become even more successful in the acting Industry! 🙌🏾

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Thank you so much 🥰🥰🥰

[@chaimnissim8813]

@@MakaylaLysiak You're much better than my screenwriting tutor. Two courses and I still didn't know that the characters' names shouldn't be in capitals all the time.

[@darthbedlammasterofdueling4519]

I’m writing a Darth Bader screenplay. I think this is really helpful.

[@kclovie]

As an aspiring screenwriter and director I wrote my first page of my script and this video helped me so freaking much. Thank you so much!

[@katherinepollock]

I have some basic scripts that I have worked on in the last year (just for fun) and this afternoon I literally just thought, "I need to learn more about the basics of how to write a script," and voila! I saw that you uploaded this video today! Lol

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Great timing!😊

[@mrcountit]

Thanks!

[@adrianabess]

Let’s just take a moment to realise how much time makayla puts into her videos and girl u do a amazing job keeping up with so many different things at the same time like school,acting and filming videos for us,keep up the great work girly

[@winniechu6278]

Hi I’m also a film major student in cc, and I will transfer next year. I’m really happy to watched your video, because our college didn’t have enough knowledge about script…love your video!!

[@Abdussalam-ml3so]

Why is no one talking about how GREAT the editing was! Great video, really well conveyed and the visuals helped keep me engaged till the end :)

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Thank you so much! It takes me a long time to edit these 😅💖

[@AnnoyingMoose]

Like inserting an ad at 8:18 right in the middle of a discussion about cuts.

[@Trojan_Gurl]

​@@MakaylaLysiakwhat app do you use to edit please😅

[@mimi817499]

Im trying to make the jump from creative writing to writing scripts. This was really helpful for me.

[@mayasharp2119]

i would love to learn more about this! also Makayla is so good at explaining omg everything makes sense when she says it

[@MakaylaLysiak]

awwwww!!!🥰😆💖

[@Bunicorn]

These sorts of videos are always so helpful! I love your editing style, aesthetic, and clear/concise way of explaining things! Thanks for supporting aspiring actors in the community ❤️

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Thank you for appreciating my content and supporting me!💖

[@ZalmanKrause]

Wow thanks for this educational video! You killed it

[@knightlyntran]

Ahhhh hiii! You’ve inspired me sm that i auditioned for my school play “Almost, Maine” and I got a part! thank u for helping me:)

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Congrats!💖

[@hitomimakotinsky9832]

YOU ARE ONE INCREDIBLE PERSON!!!!! I just walked into this business, don't know what I don't know but somehow I landed on a couple of commercial jobs. Now that I am thinking to take classes, what I need to know is the BASIC of the script and I ended up watching this video. You are one beautiful talented smart person. It was all well described, can't say thank you enough for you. Of course I subscribed, can't wait to see more of your videos!!

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Thank you so much for these kind words 💖 so happy to help!

[@gachafroggy7922]

I go to a school of the arts for theater, and one of the assignments was to write a short story and this video really helped me have the right formant! Thank you Makayla!

[@gradinjunn9484]

With Halloween right around the corner and me hoping to start film school next year, I've been brainstorming alot of stories and getting it on paper properly has been my number one headache. Until now. Thank you Makayla.

[@WemaOdhiambo]

My first time here and honestly I'm asking myself where I've been all my life!I love this girl🥰

[@InfamousMary]

Totally should give her a subscribe 💚

[@WemaOdhiambo]

@@InfamousMary Sure thing,I did as soon as soon as I heard her😀

[@thewokeabout]

Omg I’m soo excited. I’ve been on writing teams before but we had a scripter typing it out! I also went to school for performance and regularly read scripts but overlooked everything but direct dialogue til now. You’re so enthusiastic and have great presence! Love it. Thank you for your effort, & support.

[@nyeramarieej768]

i love how you give us advice on what too do for auditions , scripts , self tapes etccc … been wanting too act for about 2 years thanks for the tips luvvvv youuuu 💕💕.

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Thank you so much for supporting me 💖

[@MinirisObsessed]

here because I'm the editor of our movie for a project at school, rlly needed this. THANKYOU!

[@sevenseas4520]

Thank you 🙏🏼 I got an agent a few months ago but I haven’t booked a job yet I don’t live in one of the big film/TV cities, so I’ve been taking Zoom workshops, but I looooove your videos! Keep it up! I’ve really been enjoying your content 💕

[@shahdkarout3093]

Ooh how'd u get ur agent? 👀 Did u get them from ur workshop?? Also did u have to for ur workshop? Sorry im just curious ^^;

[@paulinemilner2913]

I am in the process of writing the outlines for two original screenplays - one a full length feature and the other, six short films to be shown one after the other to make a feature length movie. This is the first video I watched of yours and I will be watching the others you have posted. I have both screenplays written in my head and now it is time to put them on paper. Needless to say, I have a lot to learn about formatting. Thank you for this very informative video!

[@typeoneauthor]

I wanna write my first script for fun based off a book series I just read. This will be fun practice, thanks for the tips

[@kdunnproductions4729]

as someone who is just now working on my own short film and doesn't really understand how to write a film script, this video helped a lot

[@gracemugo6953]

You have no idea how much I have struggled to learn this. The other videos I have watched had a very bad visuals and sounds but as for you everything is 👌. Thanks girl. Take us through other aspects of script writing . All the best ❤️ may you grow and blessed beyond your expectations. Power Girl. You are changing lives. Majority of us cannot afford to pay school for these lessons but we can afford a few cash to buy data bundles and watch your channel. Thanks ❤️🙌🔥

[@sfx387]

Would love to see you break down other types of scripts! So interesting seeing things from an 'insiders' perspective. Thanks for the video!

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Great idea! Thanks!

[@afterglow1345]

@@MakaylaLysiak Hey I'm still kind of confused with v.o can you please explain that please?

[@thatsunnypoet]

​@@afterglow1345 I think it's a narration (like in Avatar for example)

[@justmadethisforarbysjustmadeth]

Have been talking with a friend of mine about making a show because we've come up with some clever ideas. But after all that time I realized ideas meant nothing without putting them on paper and even then putting them on paper meant nothing without structure. After watching this I feel so much more comfortable and confident in beginning this endeavor. Even if it is fruitless, I will have done my best.

[@kinseycreates]

I’d love to learn more about writing a script! This was a great basis! Thank you!

[@JustinHornerOfficial]

Thanks for making this. I have recently started on a script for a film studio, and wanted it to make sense to everyone else. My last script was a bit confusing, and this really helped.

[@smailin-d9l]

ay hit me up ill like to read the script and know what is about

[@gallantascent6692]

Thanks for making the video. Recently started writing a script for a show. And I was confused as to how lol. I'm used to writing in a novel format. But this helps me know how to structure the script itself. No idea if this project will actually go anywhere, but here's hoping X3

[@gallantascent6692]

@@thehookwormandthebookworm9860 Sadly no, not yet lol. Don't know if I ever will be but, I am working towards the goal of being a storyteller. X3

[@gallantascent6692]

@@thehookwormandthebookworm9860 X3 is a smile lol. But thanks! Hope things work out for you!

[@shagim7903]

thank you so much! I have a script to write for class and was too nervous to ask the prof more questions so this video really helped. Turns out I didn't have writers block I just needed more clarification. Bless u! xx

[@christinahinton6247]

Thank you makyla,, I've been an actor for 17 years in the East Coast,, and some of the stuff that you talked about in this video I didn't even know that's crazy,, I also would like to get into writing and I have idea for screenplay except I'm not sure how to write it because I never wrote a screenplay before,, so you're awesome thank you I will continue to watch your videos and get some more stuff I guess and I will talk to my acting coach and share this with her as well

[@MakaylaLysiak]

I’m so glad you could learn something new from my video. 😊💖

[@JediRouge]

I've been wanting to write screenplays for quite some time now. I have just finished my third script and wanting it to be the first one to go out. All three scripts are in the horror genre and just wanted to say thank you. OS and OC is very new to me so thanks again.

[@LovelyEvelynne]

This was really helpful! I've been writing script adaptations for a story to post online and I'm very knit picky with myself on formatting. Information and advice on scriptwriting on the Internet is so varied, so this was incredibly helpful! If love to see more scriptwriting advice. How about time moving quickly within a single scene?

[@jay9780]

This was so helpful! Thank you so much!! Dialogue is definitely my fav thing 💕💕. Currently making a scripted and now I’ve realized how much I need to change 😭😭

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Glad you found it helpful!🥰

[@CDMix12]

good gosh I'm hating my playwriting class right now, THANK YOU FOR THIS! Now I can write tiny plays that doesn't annoy my classmates with how little script experience I have! thank you!!!!!!!!

[@theallstar6756]

Can’t wait!!! Love this videos so KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!!!!

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Thanks so much!💖

[@brendamasilela673]

You just made my day my dear, I am working on a script and you just gave me what I need 😘

[@missnoax]

I love the advice you give us! It’s very helpful and useful especially because I want to become an actor! I love your vids so much!❤️

[@PierreFilmz]

I doubt you'll see this but I honestly love your videos been binge watching ever since I found your channel you're an inspiration to people and your hard work will definitely pay off I can't wait to see what your future holds and thank you for showing us its possible

[@aaliyahruddock5908]

loving the new content and editing style. none of my coaches have gone this in-depth :))

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Glad to hear you enjoy!💖

[@storiesbydesirae]

Thank you for sharing! This was half a refresher video for me, half me preparing to work on a script and wanting more insight. I think Action lines pose a challenge for me sometimes because they're so concise. I like INT. and EXT., as well as the dialogue scenes. Thank you, again!

[@Fan-studios300]

I’ve always wanted to be a movie director and work for Hollywood. Thanks for the video.❤️‍🔥🙏🏻

[@Itsjust_Rikkiii]

Thank goodness for you!!! I’m a writer and usually write novels. I just began attempting script writing for short films and this helps a lot with the process. I’m here for more videos on scripts! ☀️🥰💯🎀

[@Reids0me]

Awesome video! I like how it's organized into sections based on each element of a screenplay, that made it very easy to follow along.

[@xandarcage398]

After beung away from screenwriting for a year or so, I needed this video to refresh my memory and it did more than that. You're so funny too and I couldn't stop laughing at "Slugline creeping in". Thanks for this. I'm a talented screenwriter too, I hope we can connect and make history.

[@edentaylor5556]

I'm learning how to put together a professional script for a short film festival I am going to enter and this video was SO HELPFUL! You are so smart and I'm so glad that you've made the decision to share your wisdom!

[@MakaylaLysiak]

thank you for the kind words 🥰

[@menewealth9330]

Wht a ccccaptivating one. This is beautiful, Makayla. Great job!!!! Never been this glued to videos this long. Yours was different. I look forward to treading the scriptwriting path. You made it easy and interesting. Much love 💕💕💕💕 I almost forgot to drop a comment on how lovely your voice is. Makayla is uch a beauty!!❤❤ Go gurlll

[@nataliegrace1228]

Hey makayla!! Love this type of videos:) you explain everything so well, I would love to see more of these!!!

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Thank you for watching!

[@heyitsella117]

This was very helpful! I would love it if you made more screenwriting videos :)

[@MakaylaLysiak]

😊💖 Glad to hear and I will!

[@dcmpodcast]

Created 2 years ago and it's still amazing content. Thank you Makayla. I appreciate you.

[@LPSFaithOfficial]

Please make more videos about scripting/screenwriting. I love this video so much and your other videos but script writing videos will help me and other people a lot! :)

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Will do!😊

[@doomdoomtv316]

M8, literally the handiest video on the internet. Appreciate the descriptions! Cheers legend!

[@BrachaTendler]

i know its been a while but can you make a video of more script formats and explain them?

[@k4l715]

im applying to be a screen writer for university and i immediately went to this video as it was recommended to me.

[@vicentefones4358]

Hey Makayla, would you recommend taking Zoom acting classes? In my area there isn’t really much of that (for my age) and so I was looking around and found a lot. Keep up the great work !!!!!😃😃

[@jbela]

Go to the Meetup app, there's a couple classes there

[@goldenauthor]

You are a good teacher. Just followed you. You just helped this aspiring scriptwriter. Please, can you go deeper on the transitions? 🥺

[@meghanfredette6383]

What happens if you have trouble time reading but you still want to be a actor

[@Rinamez]

You get rid of the bad habit and get a reading habit. No escape from reading when you are an actor (acting student here)

[@Bigtochi-good]

I have same problem,but the truth be told there is no escape to it. Just develop a reading habit for example get story books,read comics,read music lyrics,engage your self with anything that’s about reading. And you will improve in no time ❤❤❤. I’m doing the same and it’s kind of help. ❤

[@Bigtochi-good]

@@Rinameznice talk ❤

[@thev0idnati0n]

This is a very concise way of phrasing all of these elements, especially to a beginner who's starting this with no background.

[@edrianpenguino]

Thank YOUUU so much for helping me finally finish the script to my latest short film, "ANG HULING SAYAW" (Late Checkout) a story I've had for two years now which I finally wrote in just a month.

[@JennyChapman-h6j]

Thank you I got an agent a few months ago but I haven’t booked a job yet I don’t live in one of the big film/TV cities, so I’ve been taking Zoom workshops, but I looooove your videos! Keep it up! I’ve really been enjoying your content

[@GeterdoneTv]

This was so helpful, praise the universe for planting this seed in your heart to drop these gems on us! Blessings to you 🙏🏽💯

[@jakekiehle702]

I think you are at the top of your game, the best examiner of scripting I've seen yet. Always instructive, never boring.. Your presentation skills and expertise are amazing. I learned to much from you, but I just watched the AI video and agree with almost all. I use Chat GPT to kickstart my scenes and I consider CGPT to be a collaborator and a tool to bounce ideas off of. You may be right that AI has the 'potential' to contribute to a story, but knowing how people talk is more of a human thing. Anyway, I am a fan at work on my first 'real' teleplay. So, thank you, thank you (insert another thank you) for your wonderful videos. All screenwriters should follow you!

[@jasonjames524]

OMG! I did a cinematography course couple years back and wanted to brush up on my screenplay script writing… THIS WAS PERFECT! 🕺🏾

[@samanthawaggoner3558]

I like diagogue scripts. I love your video. It is so informative. I am editing a script and know a lot of the nuances, but really appreciate knowing more. Especially the "why's" of how the script is put together. Glad I found you 😊

[@davineuskens21]

You're great! I'm not even halfway through the video and I'm having the greatest time while learning! Thank you and peace from God! 🌺🌺

[@caitlynhyde4855]

girl you have no idea how helpful this was 🙏

[@DirectorKiaraOxley2025]

This really helped me because as an aspiring writer I wanted to know how to write a good heck of a tv series without the knowledge I would not write the show Thomas which is mine this is an underrated video two thumbs up

[@multicreativeartist6579]

Im in 11th grade soon to be a senior this may. & I’m currently writing a 3/trilogy movie script. So far im just writing like a story but in the storytelling style of movies. This is going to help me a lot with actually writing a real raw script.

[@akeyoung3421]

I’m majoring in screenwriting in Uni. Really needed this. Thank you

[@jamsession5587]

Such a wonderful video. The examples, the humor, the visuals--thank you so much for this gem

[@BULLETSCARER]

I'm actually trying to write a script for a passion project I've had, and it's horror. It's my first script I've tried to write lol, I got the story all written out, I'm just now trying to figure out how to turn it into a script with the right format. So, this video definitely came in handy and something I'm definitely gonna come back to if I need to look back on something. This is a great video lol.

[@eeveerosedew8547]

I was looking for help with learning how to write a screenplay for my college assignment and found this video this was such a huge help for me thank you so much for making this video

[@Joss90_]

She helps me better than my film teacher 😂😂. Thank you for making this content❤️

[@josephchalwe8587]

Late to the party but I’ve learnt so much in such a short video. Love and thanks from Zambia, Africa.

[@KidKerrigan]

Quite literally the most useful breakdown for structuring scripts and what everything means than anything I've ever seen including in masterclasses.

[@InquiriusStudios]

My favorite element of script is the action lines and the transitions because it makes it easier to get production to fall in line with my ideas and vision ❤

[@SupermodelGaming]

You just taught half a semester of screenwriting in just 10 minutes. My professor could never lmao. I appreciate the video!

[@TheWallowingMadman27]

I’m currently a screenwriter and I had no idea what the diff between (O.S.) and (O.C.) until I saw this video. Also my favorite parts of screenwriting are def dialogue and characters.

[@anaya__]

I’m writing a script for a Harry Potter tv show for fun and this was so helpful! Thank you!!!

[@carrigjake3994]

Do you know what, I appreciate this video very much, I have a good idea for a script but didn't know how to write, this clears it up nicely and simply, bravo.

[@lauasins7020]

It is really awesome how some people are generous and like to share with there hardworking and information❤❤

[@F4ye.Unkn0wn]

i am currently working on a oc animated series and so im trying to learn how to storyboard and script, this help out alot!

[@solefinder3708]

I'm enrolled in a film production course right now, but my learning style is all over the map. As a newcomer to screenwriting (or soon to be), if figure it's best to learn from all sources, styles, audible, visual, hands on, and the other, to just pound it into your mind until it becomes second writing nature. I'll definitely tuck this video away for sure for future and current reference. On a side note, I don't like YT's new page layout, if feels to cluttery.

[@rafayelliana1815]

I'm taking notes while watching this video is very important because when I go to movie class, I will have fun writing scripts, making sounds, and making movies. ❤❤

[@jaidevelez]

Life saver, bc I have a test today and just watching this video was my study guide

[@willynilly18films]

I got an idea for a stop motion film and I know it will take years to make, however this helped me a lot with the story I had in my head. Thank you Makayla!

[@ogrzycazbagien]

I never thought I would find such a helpfull channel! Love ya

[@michaela.thompson8986]

Get the feeling the Universe (aka The Divine) is directing me towards pulling all this madness out of my head and putting down into scripts/screenplays because I keep stumbling across videos like this one... and I know nothing about this profession. Thank you for this video. Look forward to watching more from you and learning these things for the first time.

[@Thespian_Dimma]

Hello Michaela