script-of-the-week: Young Frankenstein

For self-study I have decided to start writing notes about all the scripts I read.

This week will be Young Frankenstein by Gene Wilder.

I want to focus on specific points but I have not yet determined what the criteria will be. I don't want to spend too much time but I want it to be useful for me.

Although parts of this script were different from the film, the script was very similar to the movie. In fact I found myself laughing several times during the read.

Things of note:

1. The pacing is good. Wilder keeps the audience engaged with fairly fast moving scenes.
2. The characters come alive. Each character is distinct and recognizable from the others.
3. The jokes, even though silly, are funny. Wilder pokes fun at common dialect.
4. Vivid description. Scenes, locations are described well with specifics.

I would recommend this script for anyone looking to improve their comedic writing and site gag writing.