Screenwriting Tag Results for "protagonist"

4 Tips On Writing The Opening Scenes Of Your Action Screenplay

Writer and licensed therapist Dan J. Marder offers some sage advice on how to take the opening of your action script to another level.

A Simple Plan.. A Brilliant Scene

Quigly Down Under scribe John Hill dissects what makes a good scene using the example of the movie "A Simple Plan".

Adaptation 101 - From Novel to Screenplay

How to successfully adapt a novel into a movie script.

Charlie Wilson's War: Gust

Script Consultant Karel Segers disects this powerful "Movie Moment" from Charlie Wilson's War.

Common Mistakes To Avoid When Writing Your Screenplay

Freelance writer and script reader Nicole Url offers some practical advice on how to avoid making common mistakes in your screenplay.

Ex Machina: Who's The Protagonist Now?

Script Consultant Karel Segers disects this pivotal scene from A.I. movie Ex Machina.

Finding the Hero’s Journey in Crowd Favorite Films

Creative Content Specialist Sara McGuire examines the Hero and Heroine's Journey in popular movies.

Focal Points: Screenplay Theme, Structure & Characters

How the wrong theme, extraneous subplots and ill-considered characterization can sink a screenplay.

Hit Me With Your Best Subplot!

The Unknown Screenwriter discusses multiple plot lines and how to use them in your screenplay.

How Filmmakers Connect With Audiences

Stan Williams discusses audience identification with your story.

How to Format a Professional Screenplay

Freelance writer and script reader Nicole Url offers some practical advice on how to correctly format your movie script.

How To Heighten The Tension in Your Plot By Creating The Irresolvable Problem

Marilyn discusses creating an insurmountable obstacle for your protagonist.

How To Write A Professional Screenplay: Tips From the Chair of the UCLA Screenwriting Program

Sound advice on the Dos and Don'ts of script writing by longtime Chair of the UCLA Graduate Screenwriting Program Richard Walter.

Interview With Screenwriting Guru Syd Field: Part 2

Karel Segers, David Trendall and Niels Abercrombie, in association with Screen Australia interview legendary screenwriting guru Syd Fie…

Lawrence of Arabia Screenplay Deconstructed Using Narratemes Story Structure

"Lawrence of Arabia" Screenplay Deconstructed Using Vladimir Propp's Narratemes Story Structure.

Network: Hell In The Boardroom

Script Consultant Karel Segers disects this powerful scene from Sidney Lumet's Network

Say Goodbye to Writer's Block: Introducing the Moral Premise

Award-winning writer Stan Williams explains how your story's moral premise can strengthen your screenplay.

Screenplay Story & Theme: Making Movies About One Thing

Award-winning writer Stanley Williams explains how your story's moral premise can strengthen your screenplay.

Screenplay Writing: Taking the Mystery Out of Writing Mysteries

Hollywood screenwriter, psychotherapist and author Dennis Palumbo unlocks the secrets to writing effective mystery stories.

Screenwriting Structure Series Part 1 by The Unknown Screenwriter

The Unknown Screenwriter begins an excellent series of articles about constructing your script.

Screenwriting Structure Series Part 10: Your First Ten Pages & The Ordinary World

The Unknown Screenwriter examines the importance of setting up the protagonist's "Ordinary World" in the first ten pages of your script…

Screenwriting Structure Series Part 11: The Inciting Incident Part 1

The Unknown Screenwriter discusses the first act's inciting incident.

Screenwriting Structure Series Part 12: The Inciting Incident Part 2

The Unknown Screenwriter continues discussing the first act's inciting incident.

Screenwriting Structure Series Part 13: The Protagonist's Call To Action Dilemma

The Unknown Screenwriter examines the hero's "call to action".

Screenwriting Structure Series Part 14: Subplots & the Midpoint

The Unknown Screenwriter discusses how to use subplots and what should occur at the midpoint of your principle storyline.

Screenwriting Structure Series Part 15: Complications & Higher Stakes

The Unknown Screenwriter concludes his series of articles on structure.

Screenwriting Structure Series Part 5: Research

The Unknown Screenwriter discusses research and story planning.

Screenwriting Structure Series Part 6: The Monomyth & Hero's Journey

The Unknown Screenwriter discusses the Hero's Journey and Monomyth paradigm.

Screenwriting Structure Series Part 8: Your First Ten Pages

The Unknown Screenwriter examines the structural importance of the first ten pages of your screenplay.

Screenwriting Structure Series Part 9: Your First Ten Pages & The Hook

The Unknown Screenwriter discusses the hook of your first ten pages.

Script Notes: Feedback For The Faint-Hearted

Screenwriter and script consultant Julie Gray gives practical advice on the best way to give feedback.

Scriptwriting For Beginners: Learning The Basics Of Screenwriting

Produced screenwriter Danek S. Kaus shares some insightful tips that every new scriptwriter should consider when working on their first…

Scriptwriting: How To Write Killer Dialogue

Former Hollywood Lit Manager Michael Ferris offers some great advice on how to make your script POP.

Second Act Problems

Author and screenwriter Steven Pressfield offers some practical advice on how to battle through and overcome Act Two screenwriting obst…

Story & Plot Devices In Your Screenplay

Writer and script consultant Ray Morton looks into the trends of using writing devices in your movie script.

The Big 7 Differences Between Writing Novels & Screenplays

Former Hollywood Lit Manager Michael Ferris explains the key differences between writing novels and screenplays.

The Business of Screenwriting: Surviving A Script Notes Meeting

Screenwriter and teacher Scott Myers gives practical advice on how to survive script meetings.

The Five Key Turning Points Of All Successful Movie Scripts

Michael Hauge discusses the six key stages and turning points of movie structure.

The Hollywood Film Festival: A Screenwriter’s Guide To Networking, Self-Marketing & Boosting Your Career

Produced screenwriter and ScriptTips Editor Dan Bronzite reviews the 2013 Hollywood Film Festival and explains how screenwriters can be…

The Protagonist’s Relationship With Theme & Structure

Script Consultant Alex Bloom discusses the relationship between the protagonist, theme and structure.

The Third Act: Make Me Climax & Leave Me Satisfied

A fun take on the parallels between sex and writing your third act.

Transformational Character Arcs: Part 1

The Unknown Screenwriter begins an excellent series of articles about creating three-dimensional characters and engaging story arcs.

Transformational Character Arcs: Part 10 - Recap

The Unknown Screenwriter concludes his series on transformational character arcs with a comprehensive recap of what has been discussed.

Transformational Character Arcs: Part 6 - Building Your Character

The Unknown Screenwriter focuses on building your character bio and arc.

Transformational Character Arcs: Part 7 - The Protagonist's Fatal Flaw

The Unknown Screenwriter discusses the protagonist's fatal flaw.

Transformational Character Arcs: Part 8 - Theme

The Unknown Screenwriter discusses character and theme.

Transformational Character Arcs: Part 9 - Exposure Therapy For Your Protagonist

The Unknown Screenwriter focuses on the protagonist's fear.

Vladimir Propp's Narratemes & Morphology of the Folktale

Vladimir Propp's Narratemes & Morphology of the Folktale.

What Bad Science Fiction Can Teach Us About Writing Screenplay Description

Screenwriter Chip Street offers some great advice on how less is more when it comes to writing screenplay description.

Writing Good Log Lines

Author, screenwriter and story consultant Dr. Stan Williams offers some great screenwriting tips for constructing powerful and succinct…

Your Protagonist: Likability and the Finish Line

Screenwriter and professional script reader Monica Partridge discusses designing your screen story's central character.

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