TV Soap Opera - Eastenders

 

Format/Layout:

The overall layout is kept to either the middle or the left side, unlike a movie script, which helps to differentiate from it. Additionally, the script begins on the same page of the title, which perhaps puts less focus on the title and rather on the script's body. This could be because it is a TV show which has many scripts as it mentions it is episode "ONE THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED AND SIXTY NINE", therefore, leavings lots of space just for the title wastes paper.

Format/Layout:

There is a use of colour in the script when it mentions "CUT TO:" and "SCENE 1369...." which may be used to help break from the main body of the script. The script is made very tightly close next to each other, so through this it helps make it clearer to read and refer to.

Format/Layout:

On this page the page is mainly dominated with an absence of text. This may be used to really emphasise that there is going to be a change in the scenes, or could perhaps be an error.

Format/Layout:

The layout follows the courier font, which adds a sense of professionalism. The recording studio is also mentioned: "STUDIO A" which also allows for a better understanding of the script, and saves time.

Use of Language:

The language used is very simplistic and easy to read, for example, they write "PICK UP DOT AS SHE ENTERS." This shows how the drama is evidently saving as much time as possible.

Format/Layout:

The layout is very simple and concise. This is seen through how the action lines and dialogue are just kept on the same side. The slug lines and character names are underlined and coloured, but other than this the format technicality is kept to a minimum.

Format/Layout:

There is also a heavy use of parenthetical since all the action is placed in square brackets. This is used to show how it differs from the dialogue, and helps to not mix the two up.

Use of Language:

The language is used in such a tone that it seems as if we are the characters reading our thoughts. For example, it states "SHE'S NOT LOOKING FORWARD TO THIS, BUT IT'S BEEN PUT OFF TOO LONG." The language is informal, which is perhaps used to keep the readers in character.