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Bad Plots vs. Good Plots (Writing Advice)

  • Post author:brandonmc87
  • Post published:August 30, 2024
  • Post category:Movies/Writing/Youtube
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Learn what separates a bad plot from a good one--with examples from Deadpool & Wolverine, The Dark Knight, The Amazing Spider-Man 2, and more! https://youtu.be/TUjnqoIxFvE

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How to Write Jump Scares (Writing Advice)

  • Post author:brandonmc87
  • Post published:October 26, 2023
  • Post category:Movies/Writing/Youtube
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Learn how to write Jump Scares--with examples from Alien, Halloween, Jaws, and more! https://youtu.be/wGr0DWy8kpY

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Internal Conflict VS External Conflict (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:February 2, 2023
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Learn the key differences between Internal & External Conflict--with examples from Star Wars, Rocky, and more! https://youtu.be/_Q5dnnb0KKg

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Bad Dialogue vs Good Dialogue ROUND 2 (Writing Advice)

  • Post author:brandonmc87
  • Post published:August 25, 2022
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Setting vs. Character (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:July 14, 2022
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Learn how to write settings that effectively challenge your characters--with examples from Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, Top Gun, The Batman, and more! https://youtu.be/wp1AauAPCho

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Writing Redemption Arcs (Fiction Writing Advice)

  • Post author:brandonmc87
  • Post published:July 7, 2022
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Learn how to write character arcs for fallen heroes and other characters who need redemption. Examples from Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Rocky III, Gran Torino, Spider-man, and more.…

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How to Write Dialogue FOR ENDINGS (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:June 30, 2022
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Learn how to write dialogue for your story's ending. Examples from The Dark Knight, Lord of the Rings, John Wick, Groundhog Day, and more! https://youtu.be/jwtGKFh8mFU

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How to Write EFFICIENT Opening Scenes | Feat. Back to the Future & Groundhog Day

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  • Post published:June 2, 2022
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Learn how to get the most out of your opening scenes. Examples from Back to the Future and Groundhog Day. https://youtu.be/FH1ZoqCPwRc

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How To Write a Descent into Madness | THE SHINING

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  • Post published:May 19, 2022
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Learn how to drive your characters into madness and insanity--with examples from The Shining. https://youtu.be/XMHYZlp8B1g

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How to Balance Drama & Humor | Jaws

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  • Post published:December 9, 2021
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Jaws remains a classic for many reasons, including the way it balances action, drama, and humor. Learn how Steven Spielberg pulled it off. https://youtu.be/cfM_pTxF9Dg

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