BMAD-METHOD/expansion-packs/bmad-film-pre-production/tasks/create-storyboard.md

Create Storyboard Task

Purpose

To create a storyboard for a scene or sequence in the screenplay. This task guides the director and cinematographer agents through the process of visualizing the script and creating a shot-by-shot plan.

SEQUENTIAL Task Execution (Do not proceed until current Task is complete)

1. Select Scene for Storyboarding

• Elicit the scene or sequence to be storyboarded from the user.
• Load the screenplay to get the context of the scene.
• Announce the selected scene: "Beginning storyboarding for scene: {Scene Number} - {Scene Description}"

2. Shot Breakdown

• Break down the scene into individual shots.
• For each shot, determine the following:
  • Shot type (e.g., wide, medium, close-up)
  • Camera angle
  • Camera movement
  • Composition
  • Lighting
• Collaborate with the cinematographer agent to define the visual style.

3. Create Storyboard Panels

• Create a storyboard panel for each shot.
• Each panel should include a sketch of the shot, a description of the action, and any relevant notes.
• Use the storyboard-tmpl.md template for formatting.
• Present the storyboard to the user for approval.

4. Revisions and Finalization

• Based on user feedback, revise the storyboard.
• Ensure the storyboard accurately reflects the director's vision and is a practical guide for production.
• Execute {root}/tasks/execute-checklist {root}/checklists/directing-checklist to ensure quality.
• Announce the completion of the storyboard: "Storyboard for scene {Scene Number} is complete."