SCRIPT COVERAGE TEMPLATE
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Great Good Fair N/A
Concept
The screenplay is original and unique
Plot / Storyline
The story has a clear “hook”
Strong sense of pacing (frequency & spacing of events)
Characters
Protagonist has clearly defined internal / external goals
Strong antagonistic force pushing against protagonist
Protagonist is worth investing 90 minutes of your time in
Protagonist has a clearly defined character arc (change)
Supporting characters add value to the story
Protagonist is 3 dimensional and flawed
Characters have different ideologies / beliefs
Characters have well developed back-stories
Antagonist has clearly defined objectives / motivation
Dialogue
Each character has their own unique voice
Structure
Subplots are integrated into the main plot
The setup clearly establishes the film’s tone and purpose
Every scene is relevant / supports the plot
Scene transitions are suitable
The climax of the film is worth waiting for
The inciting incident is strong enough to drive the plot
There is dramatic building & releasing of tension
Characters “arrive late and leave early”
Cinematography / Visuals
Visually engaging opening / starts on high note
There are opportunities for visual flourishes