About Prompt
- Prompt Type – Dynamic
- Prompt Platform – ChatGPT, Grok, Deepseek, Gemini, Copilot, Midjourney, Meta AI and more
- Niche – Film Production
- Language – English
- Category – Content Creation
- Prompt Title – AI Prompt for Generating Storyboard Frames from Movie Scripts
Prompt Details
This prompt is designed to generate detailed storyboard frames from movie script excerpts. It is dynamic, allowing for customization and refinement, and intended for use across various AI platforms. It emphasizes best practices for prompt engineering to maximize clarity and control over the generated output.
**Prompt Structure:**
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## Storyboard Frame Generation
**Movie Title:** [Enter the movie title]
**Scene Number:** [Enter the scene number]
**Scene Description (from script):** [Paste the relevant scene description from the script. Be detailed.]
**Frame Number:** [Enter the frame number within the scene]
**Shot Type:** [Choose from: Extreme Close-Up (ECU), Close-Up (CU), Medium Close-Up (MCU), Medium Shot (MS), Medium Long Shot (MLS), Long Shot (LS), Extreme Long Shot (ELS), Point-of-View (POV), Over-the-Shoulder (OTS), etc. Or describe a custom shot.]
**Camera Angle:** [Choose from: High Angle, Low Angle, Eye Level, Dutch Angle/Canted Angle, Bird’s Eye View, Worm’s Eye View, etc. Or describe a custom angle.]
**Camera Movement:** [Choose from: Pan, Tilt, Zoom, Dolly/Tracking, Crane, Steadicam, Handheld, etc. Or describe a custom movement. Leave blank for static shot.]
**Composition/Framing:** [Describe the desired composition, e.g., Rule of Thirds, Centered, Symmetrical, Asymmetrical, Leading Lines, Negative Space, etc. Include details on character placement and framing.]
**Lighting:** [Describe the lighting style and mood. e.g., High-key, Low-key, Chiaroscuro, Naturalistic, Backlit, etc.]
**Color Palette:** [Describe the dominant colors and overall color scheme. E.g., Warm, Cool, Monochromatic, Complementary, etc.]
**Mood/Atmosphere:** [Describe the intended emotional tone of the frame. E.g., Tense, Romantic, Comedic, Ominous, etc.]
**Specific Details/Props:** [List any specific details or props that must be included in the frame.]
**Character Expressions/Actions:** [Describe the expressions and actions of the characters in the frame.]
**Background/Setting:** [Provide details about the background and setting, including any relevant objects or features.]
**Style/Genre Influences:** [Specify any stylistic or genre influences that should inform the visual style of the frame (e.g., Noir, Western, Sci-fi, etc.).]
**Art Style:** [Specify the desired artistic style, e.g., Photorealistic, Impressionistic, Abstract, Line Art, Comic Book, Anime/Manga, etc.]
**Output Format:** [Specify the desired output format, e.g., Image, Text Description, or both. If image, specify desired aspect ratio (e.g., 16:9, 4:3). If text, specify the level of detail desired.]
**Example (Optional):** [Provide a visual reference or example image if possible, to further guide the AI. This can be a link to an image, a description of a similar scene, or a reference to a specific film or artist.]
**Note:** You can omit any parameters that are not relevant or leave them blank for the AI to interpret based on the provided context. The more detailed and specific your instructions, the better the results. Iterate and refine the prompt based on the initial output to achieve the desired storyboard frame.
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**Example Usage:**
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## Storyboard Frame Generation
**Movie Title:** The Lost City of Eldorado
**Scene Number:** 3
**Scene Description (from script):** INT. ANCIENT TEMPLE – NIGHT. MARA, a young archaeologist, stands before a massive stone altar. A single flickering torch casts long shadows across the chamber. She reaches out a trembling hand towards a jeweled dagger resting on the altar.
**Frame Number:** 1
**Shot Type:** Medium Shot
**Camera Angle:** Low Angle
**Camera Movement:** Slow Zoom In
**Composition/Framing:** Rule of Thirds, Mara placed on the right third of the frame, the altar in the center.
**Lighting:** Low-key, dramatic shadows. Light emanating from the torch.
**Color Palette:** Dark, earthy tones with a hint of gold from the dagger.
**Mood/Atmosphere:** Tense, mysterious
**Specific Details/Props:** Jeweled dagger, stone altar, flickering torch.
**Character Expressions/Actions:** Mara’s face is filled with a mixture of awe and apprehension. Her hand reaches hesitantly towards the dagger.
**Background/Setting:** Ancient temple interior, large stone blocks, intricate carvings on the walls.
**Style/Genre Influences:** Adventure, Indiana Jones
**Art Style:** Photorealistic
**Output Format:** Image, 16:9 aspect ratio
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This dynamic prompt structure enables you to generate storyboard frames with a high degree of control and precision, making it a valuable tool for content creation in film production. Remember to adjust and refine the prompt based on the AI’s output and your specific needs.