“A great title must have irony...If it doesn’t pass the Say What It Is test, you don’t have your title.”
—Blake Snyder
A good title is a valuable tool in helping you pitch a film. During the mythical elevator pitch when time is of the essence, you have to make every word count. Think of how much is conveyed with just three or four words.
ASSIGNMENT:
Write 5 KILLER TITLES that are high-concept.
Send your answers to [email protected] to get feedback
—Blake Snyder
A good title is a valuable tool in helping you pitch a film. During the mythical elevator pitch when time is of the essence, you have to make every word count. Think of how much is conveyed with just three or four words.
ASSIGNMENT:
Write 5 KILLER TITLES that are high-concept.
Send your answers to [email protected] to get feedback
- See if your titles include:
- The film's premise & genre
- A catchy twist or turn of phrase
- Only 3 or 4 words
- Check out titles for films on IMDb.com
- Are they high-concept?
- Do they have irony?
- Submit your 5 killer titles in the form below