THE LINE - SCEERNPLAY ENCODING: A 7-Stage Method to Revolutionize Screenwriting Structure
About this ebook
“The Line – Screenplay Encoding” is not just a book – it’s a groundbreaking method that transforms how you write, structure, and visualize your screenplay from idea to production.
Developed by Zaur Tahirsoy, award-winning filmmaker, screenwriter, and author of Netflix Dramaturgy, Screenplay Engineering, Actor Algorithm, and Psychology of Acting, this book introduces the TSM Method – a 7-stage system designed to take your story from concept to camera.
Whether you’re writing for film, streaming platforms like Netflix, or independent cinema, this book gives you a step-by-step guide to encode your screenplay visually, emotionally, and structurally.
What You’ll Learn:
ClashLine – Design the core conflict and psychological engine of your story
MainLine – Develop a coded short summary beyond a basic synopsis
CastLine – Build deep characters using 7 relationship dynamics and psychological archetypes
DramaLine – Structure your story using a 3-act or 7-block rhythm model
SceneLine – Break down scenes with visual purpose and narrative flow
ScriptLine – Write with subtext, silence, and cinematic rhythm
CineLine – Prepare lookbooks, moodboards, and shotlists to guide production
Why This Book Is Different:
Combines classic narrative theory with modern cinematic needs
Tailored for screenwriters, directors, film students, and script doctors
Highly visual, systemized, and practical – not just theory
Based on real filmmaking experience and tested with hundreds of students
A toolkit for pitching, pre-production, and professional writing
Perfect for:
Aspiring and professional screenwriters
Filmmakers seeking visual clarity and team alignment
Directors who want to translate scripts into actionable visuals
Creative producers building story bibles and investor decks
Educators teaching modern storytelling methods
Writers targeting Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, HBO, A24, and other streamers
About the author
Zaur Tahirsoy is a filmmaker, screenwriter, and author pioneering innovative methods in acting, screenwriting, and storytelling. He is the founder of the Azerbaijan Film Academy, where he has mentored hundreds of young actors and writers, shaping the future of modern cinema in his country.
As the author of internationally published books such as Viral Acting, EGOIST, The Line, and Netflix Dramaturgy, Tahirsoy introduces fresh frameworks that combine psychology, performance, and creativity for the new digital era. His works bridge traditional stage and cinema with the fast-paced world of social media, offering readers and creators practical strategies to thrive.
Driven by his mission to transform both local and global film culture, Tahirsoy continues to inspire through his books, films, and innovative training programs. Follow him for insights on acting, storytelling, creativity, and the future of cinema.
