Storytelling

Overview

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Explore the art of storytelling through a comprehensive series of video tutorials covering various aspects of screenwriting, filmmaking, and character development. Learn techniques for crafting dynamic fight scenes, incorporating visual motifs, developing character archetypes, and breaking the fourth wall. Dive into the process of writing TV show pilots and treatments, and study the directing styles of renowned filmmakers like Steven Spielberg and the Coen Brothers. Analyze storytelling structures such as Dan Harmon's Story Circle, and examine specific filmmaking techniques including the use of insert shots, camera movements, and circular storytelling. Gain insights into writing intimate scenes and creating compelling character arcs for both lead and supporting roles in movies and TV shows.

Syllabus

How to Write Fight Scenes like John Wick #johnwick #screenwriting #filmmaking.
Visual Motifs in Film: The Silence of the Lambs and Americana (Definition & Examples).
Character Archetypes in Movies Ep1: How to Write a DYNAMIC Leader [Character Traits & Development].
What is the Fourth Wall? The Best Examples of Breaking the Fourth Wall #breakthefourthwall.
How to Write a TV Show Pilot Script That Sells — TV Writing & Development Course: Ep3.
How to Create A TV Character and Develop Their Arc.
How to Write a TV Show Treatment (with Examples) — TV Writing & Development: Ep1.
Steven Spielberg Directing Style Explained [Point of Thought].
Dan Harmon Story Circle: 8 Proven Steps to Better Stories.
How to Write Like The Coen Brothers.
Character Archetypes in Movies Ep2: How to Write a Supporting Friend [Character Development].
Movie Sex Scenes and Intimacy — Are You Doing it Right?.
How the Coen Brothers Shoot Insert Shots (Insert Shot Examples from The Big Lebowski).
How Alfonso Cuaron Motivates Camera Movements — "Car Chase" Long Take (Children of Men).
Circular Filmmaking — The Shape of Christopher Nolan’s Films.