British Comedy Guide

Chronology

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We've written before about expressing the chronology of your script. It's very important that days and times are used properly, to orientate the reader, ensure the story makes sense and aid the production. But do you need to write your script in order?

Ultimately, it's a matter of personal preference and style - but it's possible, if you're reading this, that you are unsure what your preference and style are. And both will evolve over time. That is the natural result of becoming more experienced.

Certainly, plotting can rarely be approached in a strictly linear fashion. Perhaps you split your...

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Published: Monday 3rd June 2024

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