preliminary script

[prɪˈlɪmɪneri skrɪpt]
nounpl: preliminary scripts
roteiro preliminar
1. An initial or draft version of a screenplay or script prepared before the final version, often used for planning, development, or early readings
The director reviewed the preliminary script before scheduling auditions.
O diretor analisou o roteiro preliminar antes de agendar as audições.
2. A rough outline or first draft of dialogue and scene descriptions used in film, television, or theater production
The preliminary script was circulated among the producers for initial feedback.
O roteiro preliminar foi distribuído entre os produtores para feedback inicial.
In Brazilian film and television industry, the preliminary script stage is crucial for gathering feedback from producers, directors, and network executives. It's a common practice to have multiple rounds of preliminary scripts before reaching the shooting script phase. The term 'roteiro preliminar' is widely understood in professional film production circles in Brazil.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
draft scriptrough draftfirst draftscript outlineworking script
Antonyms / Antônimos
final scriptshooting scriptpolished script

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
roteiro preliminar
Standard term used in film and television production
São Paulo
roteiro preliminar / rascunho de roteiro
Both terms are commonly used in the São Paulo film industry
Rio de Janeiro
roteiro preliminar
Standard usage in Globo and local production companies
Portugal
argumento preliminar / guião preliminar
Portuguese uses 'guião' instead of 'roteiro'

Related Words

screenplayshooting scriptscript revisionscript developmentproduction script

Related Idioms & Phrases

back to the drawing board (when a preliminary script is rejected)
work in progress (describing the preliminary script stage)
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