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From Image to Image

How to Write a Screenplay

A masterclass in screenwriting by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Asghar Farhadi, exploring his creative process, character development, dramatic structure, and how to transform visual images into compelling cinematic scripts.

About this book

Published by Takween Publishing, "From Image to Image: How to Write a Screenplay" by Oscar-winning director Asghar Farhadi offers an inside look into the artistry of dramatic screenwriting. Farhadi breaks down his unique creative method, demonstrating how a simple mental image or moral dilemma evolves into a complex, multi-layered script. The book covers essential screenwriting elements including story structure, character psychology, naturalistic dialogue, and maintaining dramatic tension. Filled with practical insights and reflections on cinema, Farhadi guides writers on how to craft authentic human stories that resonate universally while mastering the visual language of film.

Why read it?

It delivers an invaluable, behind-the-scenes guide from a modern cinematic master, offering practical tools and deep creative reflections for screenwriters, filmmakers, and storytellers.

Who is it for?

Screenwriters, directors, film students, cinema enthusiasts, and storytellers interested in narrative structure, dramatic tension, and character development.

Book details

Language
ar
ISBN-13
9789921808339
ISBN-10
9921808338
Page count
144
Age rating
General