iRubric: Screenwriting II Rubric

Screenplay was submitted 48 hours or more after the due date and time.

Screenplay was submitted 24 hours after the due date and time.

Screenplay was submitted on, or prior to the due date.

There are numerous errors in format, spelling or typos in the first 10 pages.

There are some errors in format, spelling or typos in the first 10 pages.

The first 10 pages are without errors.

Writer develops one character through physical interactions, as well as dialogue. Character is two-dimentional (he/she has human-like qualities, but is unrealistic with purpose and motivation).

Writer develops at least two characters through physical interactions, as well as dialogue. Characters are two-dimensional (they have human-like or some heroic qualities, but are unrealistic with purpose and motivation).

Writer develops at least three characters through physical interactions, as well as dialogue. Characters are three-dimensional (they have motivation, purpose, and have human-like and/or heroic qualities) and are realistic.

Writer develops a storyline that has limited unique qualities and does not develop any creativity. Writer does not develop original ideas, rather uses ideas from other movies/stories to progress the plot of the storyline.

Writer develops a storyline that has some unique qualities, but falls flat with creativity. Writer uses some original ideas and develops characters and dialogue, but they feel forced and unreal.

Writer develops a unique storyline that is true to his/her own creativity. Writer uses original ideas and develops characters and dialogue that support the originality of the screenplay.