This video is excellent. Two questions: Do you think that someone who is brand new should read "Save the Cat" first so that they have a frame of reference to compare everything else to? Note that if someone is new to being an automotive enthusiast and is thinking about getting a performance car, many veteran automotive enthusiasts will recommend that they try the Miata - even though none of those veterans consider the Miata to be their favorite - because it's relatively easy for beginners to handle, does everything reasonably well, and doesn't have any glaring weaknesses. Is that the case with "Save the Cat," or should beginners go straight to Syd Field? Also, are you familiar with "The Nutshell Technique" by Jill Chamberlain and do you have any thoughts about it?
Thanks! I think it depends on what type of movie you want to write. If you want to write a Disney movie, or big franchise like Star Wars or comic book, then Save the Cat will help. However, if you are trying to write for A24 or Neon, or you want to write a more adult, serious movie--like Goodfellas, Ordinary People or Inglorious Basterds-- then Save the Cat would do more harm than good. I would recommend Into the Woods as a good starting place if you want to write that kind of movie. Btw, I don't prefer this type of movie, I like big blockbusters as much as A24 films. But i do think the different approaches fit different types of movies. Save The Cat is good for big, 4 quadrant movies that need to appeal to everyone. I have not read the Nutshell technique yet. I should. Thanks for the reminder
what is your favorite/ least favorite screenwriting book?
Story was a game changer. Into the Woods sounds phenomenal, definitely gonna check it out. Keep up the great content man!
Thanks. yes, Into the Woods is really great.
Dude super underrated and awesome high quality channel
Thanks, I really appreciate that!
Surprised to see Poetics on there. Now I’m intrigued. I should give that one a look.
This video is excellent. Two questions: Do you think that someone who is brand new should read "Save the Cat" first so that they have a frame of reference to compare everything else to? Note that if someone is new to being an automotive enthusiast and is thinking about getting a performance car, many veteran automotive enthusiasts will recommend that they try the Miata - even though none of those veterans consider the Miata to be their favorite - because it's relatively easy for beginners to handle, does everything reasonably well, and doesn't have any glaring weaknesses. Is that the case with "Save the Cat," or should beginners go straight to Syd Field? Also, are you familiar with "The Nutshell Technique" by Jill Chamberlain and do you have any thoughts about it?
Thanks! I think it depends on what type of movie you want to write. If you want to write a Disney movie, or big franchise like Star Wars or comic book, then Save the Cat will help. However, if you are trying to write for A24 or Neon, or you want to write a more adult, serious movie--like Goodfellas, Ordinary People or Inglorious Basterds-- then Save the Cat would do more harm than good.
I would recommend Into the Woods as a good starting place if you want to write that kind of movie.
Btw, I don't prefer this type of movie, I like big blockbusters as much as A24 films. But i do think the different approaches fit different types of movies. Save The Cat is good for big, 4 quadrant movies that need to appeal to everyone.
I have not read the Nutshell technique yet. I should. Thanks for the reminder
Awesome video, thank you.
I'm just getting into writing, I was compelled to purchase
The 90-day screenplay by Alan Watt
So fast so good for me....
I'll have to check that one out.
I own and read Screenplay. Your Zartan is missing his hood LOL - subscribed on the GI Joe: Classified Series to say nothing of the awesome content.
Ah, you spotted it... That's what happens when you let your kids play with your toys.
Stop or My Mom Will Shoot is a pimp movie
The guide for every screen writer by Geoffrey Calhoun