Storytelling, Screenwriting
top 15 writing tips from “Wired for Story” by Lisa Cron: Hook Readers Early: Start with a compelling first sentence to draw readers in immediately. Understand the Brain’s Desire: Stories should satisfy the brain’s craving for information and...
Storytelling, Screenwriting
Essence of Drama: Drama arises from characters facing the consequences of their actions. Protagonist’s Motivation: Understanding why a conflict matters to the protagonist is crucial. The story is about the protagonist’s internal changes, not just external...
Storytelling, Screenwriting
“Story Genius: How to Use Brain Science to Go Beyond Outlining” provides a structured approach to developing a compelling story by leveraging personal experiences and emotional connections. The process begins with identifying the initial spark of the idea,...
Storytelling, Screenwriting
Act I: Setup (1% – 25%) Introduction: Ordinary World: Establish the protagonist’s normal life and environment. Theme Stated: Introduce the central theme subtly or explicitly. Inciting Incident/Catalyst: An event that disrupts the protagonist’s ordinary world and sets...
Storytelling, Screenwriting
Jul 4, 2024 Made a chart that combines every story structure ever : r/writing (reddit.com)
Storytelling, Screenwriting
It has occurred to me that when I need to distribute handouts for my classes and presentations, I can simply post them here and direct people to chrisvogler.wordpress.com so they can read, save or print them as desired. So here, and in the previous couple of posts,...
Storytelling, Screenwriting
Jul 3, 2024 from Inside the Room Getting Started with Your First Draft Trust Your Instincts: Believe in your story and your ability to tell it. Be Flexible: Understand that your script will evolve as you write. Be Concise: Focus on what’s important and avoid...
