Bad Climaxes vs Good Climaxes (Writing Advice)
Learn what separates bad story climaxes from good story climaxes--with examples from Lord of the Rings, Project Hail Mary, Batman, The Last of Us, and more! https://youtu.be/DQfB76bBZqU
Why Most Prequels Feel Pointless
In this video, we break down the core problem with prequels, why so many suck, and why a few actually make the original story better. We'll look at examples from…
How Psychological Thrillers Actually Work
Psychological thrillers rely on one thing: the human mind. But what actually makes a psychological drama work? In this video, we break down psychological storytelling: defining the genre, examining its…
Why Modern Stories Feel Empty
Modern movies, TV shows, and video games often have bigger budgets, higher stakes, and more spectacle than ever. So why do so many stories feel… empty? https://youtu.be/boR1NsWrc5c
Why Most Subplots Are Useless
Most subplots don’t fail because they’re poorly written. They fail because they don’t matter. In this video, we break down why so many subplots feel pointless, how they kill the…
BEST SCENE in Every James Cameron Movie
In this video, I analyze the best scene in every James Cameron movie--featuring Avatar, Terminator, Aliens, Titanic, and more! https://youtu.be/MblYxiDr-Fg
WORST SCENE in Every James Cameron Movie
In this video, I break down the worst scene in every James Cameron movie--featuring Terminator, Aliens, Titanic, Avatar, and more! https://youtu.be/SbDCD09uCuY