screenplay adaptation

Screenplay adaptation is the process of transforming a story from one format, such as a book, play, or real-life event, into a script suitable for a film or television. It involves reinterpreting the original material to fit the visual and auditory medium, focusing on elements like dialogue, scene structure, and pacing. The goal is to preserve the essence and themes of the original while making adjustments necessary for the screen, including condensing or emphasizing certain parts. Adaptation requires creative translation, balancing fidelity to the source with the demands of cinematic storytelling.