Artificial Intelligence as a Co-Creative Tool for Writing Screenplays

Shanthi V; Priya Palanimurugan; Thulasi Bharathi M

doi:10.63300/

Authors

Dr. V. Shanthi Principal - Faculty of Humanities and Science, Computer Science, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to Be University), Chennai Author
Priya Palanimurugan Research Scholar, Visual Communication, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to Be University), Chennai Author
Dr.M. Thulasi Bharathi Assistant Professor, Dept. of Visual Communication, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vadapalani Campus, Chennai Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63300/

Keywords:

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Screenwriting, Co-Creation, Creative Writing, Narrative Generation, Generative AI, Human-AI Collaboration, Storytelling

Abstract

The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) in creative domains means a transformation moment in the development of narration, especially in the field of script writing. Since AI systems are increasingly sophisticated, no longer limited to data processing or automation, but actively participate as co -creating agents in the narrative process. This abstract examines the role of AI as a tool for collaboration in screenwriting, investigating how it increases human creativity, streamlines generating ideas and transforms traditional authorial models.

AI controlled language models, such as Openai Chatgpt, Sudowrite and Jasper AI, are now able to generate stories outlines, design arcs, dialogue design and even analyze narrative cohesion. Rather than replacing the writer, these tools act as digital collaborators - they concern thoughts, increase structural accuracy, and offer alternatives that cause new narrative directions. In this model, screenwriters can simulate "co-" scenarios, experiment with tone and style, and get real-time feedback on the story of the story and the development of the characters.

The article also discusses the practical advantages of AI integration, including increased writing efficiency, access to various cultural knowledge and support for overcoming the writer block. At the same time, it recognizes significant challenges such as ethical issues concerning authorship, intellectual property and the risk of creative homogenization. The contribution emphasizes the importance of maintaining human supervision and the narrative intention to maintain authenticity and emotional depth of narration.

Case studies and industrial experiments-like are AI generated by short film sunspring-that AI can serve as a valuable asset in the rooms of writers and independent projects. We are looking forward to the convergence of AI and screenwriting is ready to promote the creation of narration about transmission, interactive experience of narration and globalized content adapted to a diverse audience.

This study eventually concluded that the future of screenwriting cannot be in the human versus machine, but in a man with a machine - where artificial intelligence serves as a dynamic partner in the process of narration and expands the boundaries of imagination, efficiency and innovation in contemporary film.

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Author Biographies

Dr. V. Shanthi, Principal - Faculty of Humanities and Science, Computer Science, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to Be University), Chennai

Dr. V. Shanthi,Principal - Faculty of Humanities and Science, Computer Science, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to Be University), Chennai principal@maherfhs.ac.in
Priya Palanimurugan, Research Scholar, Visual Communication, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to Be University), Chennai

Priya Palanimurugan^,Research Scholar, Visual Communication, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to Be University), Chennai priyaofficial2205@gmail.com
Dr.M. Thulasi Bharathi, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Visual Communication, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vadapalani Campus, Chennai

Dr.M. Thulasi Bharathi^,Assistant Professor, Dept. of Visual Communication, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vadapalani Campus, Chennai thulasibharathym@gmail.com

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