If a protagonist goes through a negative change throughout the story what should I change to their needs, wants and lie? Take Michael Corleone in The Godfather (1972). At the beginning of the story we see him as a war veteran who doesn't want any part in the family business. Later, we see Michael go through negative changes such as when his father gets hospitalized due to an assassination attempt and he must step in and help his family. Michael's initial want is to stay away from the Corleone family business and be with his girlfriend Kay-Adams. Does he have a lie at this point? Does he have a need at this point?
Thank you so much. I can writing a book, not a movie but I think "stories" all fall under the same umbrella. Anyway, I was really worried that people might dislike or even hate my mc because she is very mean and cynical in the beginning. I was worried that people might be put off by the story (especially with so many "I'm not like other girls mcs nowadays). But your video gave me a whole lot more confidence and more direction. Now I know that if all her angst makes sense because of the ordeals she is facing then that's fine, and I definitely plan to make her more calm and kind as the story goes on.
Here's an interesting thing, antagonists don't have to be the protagonist's enemies, they can directly oppose their beliefs and wants and therefor create conflict with them even if they're their friends.
I don't think we like Joker because we empathize with him in any way. We like characters with passion, a clear goal, and interesting personalities. It's like how people are drawn to the person who is "the life of the party." It's not because they empathize with them, it's because they are interesting and entertaining to be around.
I mean. I think its quite easy to empathize with wanting to get back at who or what harmed you. Wanting what you see as justice. Course we dont agree with or empathize with his means of doing do. But his reasoning can be understood. Although. I guess it depends which version you're looking at.
If you're talkin' Heath Ledger's version, yeah. Plus he's funny, interesting, smart, iconoclastic and doesn't take shit from even the scariest bad guys. He's a great foil for Batman, who takes himself waaaay too seriously (and won't come out of that closet).
@@bunnysenpai7471 No I totally agree he's a kind of anti-hero in a way! He's a working class hero effed up by a injustice society which I think a lot of people can relate too.
I know its said by someone else in the comment section too, but, PERFECT TIMING. I MEAN, LITERALLY P E R F E C T. I am writing my first script ever in my writing career, if there ever would be one. I would submit my work to my University drama club's call for script by mid August. If my work was chosen and be played on stage, I will be very motivated to continue on my dream as a script writer. And it will be thanks to you if that happens, and your awesome videos. Will you wish me luck?
It got rejected :( But I know very well I won't write the perfect play in my first try, as Tyler said it takes "finishing 5 or 6 scripts" to begin to be somewhat good in writing skills. Most importantly, finishing the first script makes me confident enough to decide to write a second play sometimes later, and I know that it will only be better than my first!
Valid in the sense that he was consistent within himself, but not quite valid in that it accounted for only part of the problems he claimed he was trying to solve. It’s that nuance that makes us not side with him; he’s close, but still wrong, and if he’s right then reality isn’t what the world thinks it is. Complexity of belief is compelling, so because it was so complex the is so compelling to listen to and watch... in part 1.
Youssef HEGAZY 2 nah the best way.Thanos knew he’d encounter resistance he only did what was inevitable...nature would come to the same conclusion only more permanent.
As an aspiring novelist myself, I'm finding your videos on narrative, structure and characters to be very easy to digest. Like why spend $500 dollars worth of money on books about writing when your videos have all the essential aspects of an effective story already explained?
Dude, you deserve a lot more subs. The effort that you put into these videos is very much evident by the increasing quality. Keep up the great vids, they are really helpful!
(no flex) I went to USC's film school and I've gotta say - this guy knows what he's talking about! Great job, super informative and engagingly explained:)
I remember watching Scarface a few years ago. I totally abhorred Tony Montana as a person yet I really liked the movie, and I did not understand how I could enjoy a movie that had (in my opinion) such an unlikeable main character. Since watching your videos though, I now know that the reason I liked Scarface so much is because Tony's actions made sense. Even though I morally disagreed with his beliefs and his wants, his beliefs and wants were well established to where the ensuing conflicts were dramatic, suspenseful and engaging. In short, your videos are teaching me a lot about what makes great movies so great. Keep up the amazing work!
You, sir, are a legend. I wish I had your purpose and drive at a younger age. I think your channel and Lessons from the Screenplay is the most feelgood, highest quality and especially personally designed content (Film Courage and Studio Binder etc is also great, but not as close and personal) on screenwriting on youtube. I absolutely LOVE that this planet has an amazing writer community that wants to help each other out as much as possible. Nothing is purely for personal gain, everything is a constant flow of information and the chase for GROWTH. I have found my own purpose and sense in life through discovering the magic of storytelling and how the "hero" HAS to grow to capture and emotionally move an audience. I am happy to have finished my own Sci-Fi screenplay and am already in my 4th draft thanks to your content and like I said thanks to the rest of this amazing, lovely, caring community. Keep up the stellar work, buddy! God bless you and may the force of never giving up be with you!
Such a smart and to the point approach to teach the principles of Screenwriting. No over-complications & no unnecessary business. It’s the best online tool I’ve come across so far. Am taking notes to have my complete Cheat sheet by the end of this course. Great Job!
This was one of the most easiest video essays about a topic I ever saw. Also, to know more about creating great characters, I would recommend watching Every Frame A Painting's Chuck Jones video. The Road Runner and Coyote part is the best.
I'm only two videos in but I'm already learning a lot about screenwriting and what all goes into it! I'm happy that I've found your channel! your videos are helping me in a huge way! I can't wait to write my first screenplay! Thank you, keep up the great work.!!!
Have I mentioned how much I love these videos? Thanks again, Mr. Mowrey! It honestly took me a long time to understand need vs want. Once I got that down, I started pulling my characters out of their world one at a time so that I could better understand them with a "faux interview". I used their roles as a starting place, then it was adding their personality type using a pseudo, social science, such as the 16 Personalities Test (you know which one I mean, like INFJ, INTP, etc) then I edited some areas of what traits came with the personality type and made it more their own. Then I kept building on who they were. Their hobbies, favorite food, current worst experience, current best experience, flaws, views and opinions, etc. Once that was done, I had too much to work off of. Some people like to build their worlds with history and geography, wars, magic systems, etc--which it totally fine, I support it--but I put more stock in my characters than anything else, since its the thing people latch on to. Anyway, that's enough babble! Thanks for reading! Your videos are my favorite, because I get stuff out of them for my comic/graphic novel. Also, it feels less lonely during quarantine to have someone to work with. Ciao!
OMG! Perfect timing. I've been thinking about reworking some characters of mine for a while now/working on my writing skills (I'm a artist first, lol).. You really broke down the core of a character fantastically. Great job :)
You really do a great job of breaking down the components of Screenwriting and making it very practical. I appreciate what you are doing. Watching your video is really helping me build my confidence as a writer. Thank you!
Once again, I'll sharpen the characters in my own script and make the differentiation clearer --- One issue comes about if a protagonist finds "theirself" placed in an "intentional community" where there would be many people, too many to delineate in one 2-hour script. (You could have such a community on a space station or the Moon or another planet ....)
I feel like I was thrown into a Different/Better Parallel Universe, But Then again this Universe is still in The Middle of a Pandemic, But at Least I Got to see your new and improved video. Keep Up The Good Work. This is one Amazing Content.
Hey man, just wanted to say you have some really good quality content. I appreciate that you often (somewhat ironically) tell people to get the hell off of UA-cam and start writing. Much needed motivation. Just subscribed.
I love this video! My only push back being a ThereWillBeBloodologist is that I always saw Daniel’s want was to be rich and successful but he realized in the end that his need was for vengeance and blood...hence the title...he worked hard and stopped at nothing to amass his riches but in the end when he had what he thought he needed all along he was still empty and in need of one last thing...blood...hence the “I’m Finished” finale. But that’s just my thoughts...but regardless awesome video dude! I’m definitely subscribing
Very well thought out piece! Very much on par with Robert Mckee's teachings in Story. This is a guide to creating solid character driven narratives! Well done Tyler! This video stays in my arsenal🤣💪🏾🤓
you're helping a lot of people including me to be a better writer and tell better stories. Thank you so much for that. / valoro profundamente este regalo que nos das de forma libre compadre. Bendiciones.
Question: if the character has stakes: like if they don't so something they might die, so he is pushed into doing multiple jobs so he doesn't, is he passive or active? Also, will you consider making a video about writing good and relatable romance in movies?
I'd say, if the character is being 'pushed' into doing things, that's passive, but the decisions the character makes as a result of those pushes - that's active.
Youssef HEGAZY 2 I would argue, if people are telling him what to do, the moment he decides to make his own plans is the moment he becomes active. He should be the one making decisions in his own story, at least by the conclusion. In other words, when he starts disobeying but tries not to get caught, or when he uses his off-time to put a plan into motion even if it takes several jobs to get it all in order, or just any time where he is doing something other than what they’re telling him to, that’s when he’s being truly active. Even something as simple as him keeping a stolen gun that he used to complete one of the jobs could be considered active. Make sure he’s making choices throughout, even if only small ones within all the jobs he’s being forced into doing.
This is great work! I'm tired of videos pointing out that you need to do personality traits and write quirks etc. This is the core. Belief (based on a ghost/past), want and need.
Thank you so much. I can writing a book, not a movie but I think "stories" all fall under the same umbrella. Anyway, I was really worried that people might dislike or even hate my mc because she is very mean and cynical in the beginning. I was worried that people might be put off by the story (especially with so many "I'm not like other girls mcs nowadays). But your video gave me a whole lot more confidence and more direction. Now I know that if all her angst makes sense because of the ordeals she is facing then that's fine, and I definitely plan to make her more calm and kind as the story goes on.
How many characters need a want, need and belief? I'm writing a series and I'm not sure what supporting characters need these 3 things. And which don't. How many characters do you think need them to create enough interesting episodes?
Not all characters need them. But you need to think about why your supporting characters are there. They shouldn’t simply be obstacles. How can they challenge the main character’s beliefs?
Also depends on how many threads of story you’re weaving together. Example; season 2 of Arrow. There are 2 times in one line that have to relate, and formative interactions for Oliver to get from mousey rich strandee, to hardened vigilante, and the way his beliefs form over that 5 year gap are in large part reactions to the beliefs of those he interacts with at critical junctures. Maybe you can structure the critical junctures in tandem with these belief formulations to see which characters need the depth. And don’t be shy of reiteration and scrapping old bad ideas if something naturally materializes and connects better but radically differently after draft 3. The trilogy I’m working on feels like I’m working a time loop, but the interconnectedness across the various characters interactions and goals is becoming something more visceral and instinctive as I drag them through the historic events I’m using as context. It’s like I’m meeting them, and as it becomes relevant, they tell me their backstory and then I understand why they are responding the way they are.
4 months in, I’m at a dozen character diamonds of varying levels of detail, but some are just to remind me of the baselines for some of the common side characters. Helpful hermits in one scene don’t need to have fully exposited philosophies or development arcs. Lost too much sleep learning that one
In my opinion I feel like all a character needs on a fundamental level is being either of these things who are achieving a goal: - A victim or underdog. - In jeopardy. - Relatable and sweet. - Funny and has a good sense of humour. - Powerful And there could be a combo, but if your character is at least has one of those personalities, your audience would care
I would argue it's the opposite in the Matrix. Him not believing he's the one is the exact reason he was successful. Which is why the Oracle told him that in the first place.
PERFECT TIMING. I MEAN, LITERALLY P E R F E C T. I'm planning to rewrite some characters today. Btw, i have a question: I have a character that have no clear motivation reason, and i'm have no ideas how to solve that. Right now, hes father died in a very young age which made feeling very reasonable for others, because he think he will not get over it if someone close to him will die. But i think this us unoriginal and not good anough.
There's nothing necessarily wrong with being "unoriginal", because a lot of character types have already been used in some way or another. So long as you make your character compelling or interesting, there should be no problem. So, feel free to write a character that feels unoriginal, but make it your own somehow.
Couldn't it be argued that experience is the foundational element of character? Granted, I suppose experience is external to the character, but I would think that most of the time it's a character's experience that builds their beliefs.
Hey Tyler, thank you for this video mate, it's extremely helpful. I had a question though, I always struggle with my characters to have their dialogue stand out, and make their dialogues a device over which I further develop their character without "spoon-feeding" the audience in the way they state their Want or their Belief. I would really appreciate if you could touch on the best way to reveal these two elements "Belief and Want" without forcing it.
I have a question not regarding specifically to characters, but to screenplays in general: i study digital media, it's a program inside of a film school, that it's academic courses are Film Studies. We study about Film theory (eisenstein, bordwell, Mulvey etc), and the movie's we see in our cinematography classes are not hollywood films ( i guess because the filmmakers here are mostly influenced by European directors) . my question is - the structure of movies like "The Passenger" by Antonioni, or "Woman under the influence" by John Cassevetes, "Naked" by Mike Leigh, even Kubrick's "Dr Strangelove", are not built like the story circle or classic hollywood drama's? is the artistic films of european directors are not built the same way? because from what i learned, all the great hollywood directors were actually infulenced by different types of directors.. French New Wave, Italian Neo-Realism, etc.. even directors that teach us - are really influenced by them. So what is the difference between the screenplays?
I have a question. In stories where characters go crazy such as The Shining, do the same guidelines of character beliefs and wants apply? Jack Torrence wasn't taking actions based on philosophical beliefs, but he was being manipulated by the evil of the hotel. The motivation behind his actions isn't his wants, it's the hotel. So does that make Jack a weak character? Tldr; do "crazy" characters still have philosophical beliefs and wants? And how do you write a story about a character who is acting out of mental disturbance rather than philosophical belief?
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If a protagonist goes through a negative change throughout the story what should I change to their needs, wants and lie? Take Michael Corleone in The Godfather (1972). At the beginning of the story we see him as a war veteran who doesn't want any part in the family business. Later, we see Michael go through negative changes such as when his father gets hospitalized due to an assassination attempt and he must step in and help his family.
Michael's initial want is to stay away from the Corleone family business and be with his girlfriend Kay-Adams. Does he have a lie at this point? Does he have a need at this point?
Thank you so much. I can writing a book, not a movie but I think "stories" all fall under the same umbrella. Anyway, I was really worried that people might dislike or even hate my mc because she is very mean and cynical in the beginning. I was worried that people might be put off by the story (especially with so many "I'm not like other girls mcs nowadays). But your video gave me a whole lot more confidence and more direction. Now I know that if all her angst makes sense because of the ordeals she is facing then that's fine, and I definitely plan to make her more calm and kind as the story goes on.
Here's an interesting thing, antagonists don't have to be the protagonist's enemies, they can directly oppose their beliefs and wants and therefor create conflict with them even if they're their friends.
Sicario and dark knight begin. Well, maybe not dark knight but it’s close
Like 22 in Soul.
Just like Magneto and Xavier
They're the adversary
Like Buck and Steve in in Cap. America: Civil War
I don't think we like Joker because we empathize with him in any way. We like characters with passion, a clear goal, and interesting personalities. It's like how people are drawn to the person who is "the life of the party." It's not because they empathize with them, it's because they are interesting and entertaining to be around.
I mean. I think its quite easy to empathize with wanting to get back at who or what harmed you. Wanting what you see as justice. Course we dont agree with or empathize with his means of doing do. But his reasoning can be understood.
Although. I guess it depends which version you're looking at.
I don't like him at all! 😃
I understand his goals and I sympathize, but that doesn't mean that I tolerate or like him
If you're talkin' Heath Ledger's version, yeah. Plus he's funny, interesting, smart, iconoclastic and doesn't take shit from even the scariest bad guys. He's a great foil for Batman, who takes himself waaaay too seriously (and won't come out of that closet).
But, I like and empathize with joker..
Am I the weird one here-?
@@bunnysenpai7471 No I totally agree he's a kind of anti-hero in a way! He's a working class hero effed up by a injustice society which I think a lot of people can relate too.
You're one of those channels where I like the video before I even watch it.
Thank you!
I know its said by someone else in the comment section too, but,
PERFECT TIMING.
I MEAN, LITERALLY P E R F E C T.
I am writing my first script ever in my writing career, if there ever would be one. I would submit my work to my University drama club's call for script by mid August.
If my work was chosen and be played on stage, I will be very motivated to continue on my dream as a script writer.
And it will be thanks to you if that happens, and your awesome videos.
Will you wish me luck?
Good luck! Keep working. I believe you can do this
How did it go?
It got rejected :(
But I know very well I won't write the perfect play in my first try, as Tyler said it takes "finishing 5 or 6 scripts" to begin to be somewhat good in writing skills.
Most importantly, finishing the first script makes me confident enough to decide to write a second play sometimes later, and I know that it will only be better than my first!
@@skilllearning2256 that's great! Maybe it will take more then 5 to 6 scripts to be better. But it's all about learning. Good luck man!!
Keep going!!
A part of us always know why Thanos did what he did... He had a valid philosophical belief and we understood it completely
But executed it in a wrong way
Valid in the sense that he was consistent within himself, but not quite valid in that it accounted for only part of the problems he claimed he was trying to solve. It’s that nuance that makes us not side with him; he’s close, but still wrong, and if he’s right then reality isn’t what the world thinks it is. Complexity of belief is compelling, so because it was so complex the is so compelling to listen to and watch... in part 1.
you might wanna watch this.......thanos was wrong,his idea was lack luster ua-cam.com/video/iV18Xx5EkaE/v-deo.html
Youssef HEGAZY 2 nah the best way.Thanos knew he’d encounter resistance he only did what was inevitable...nature would come to the same conclusion only more permanent.
But he was stupid, he could have just used the stones to create infinite resourcez xD
As an aspiring novelist myself, I'm finding your videos on narrative, structure and characters to be very easy to digest. Like why spend $500 dollars worth of money on books about writing when your videos have all the essential aspects of an effective story already explained?
Indeed. I'm binge watching already😄
Okay butt did you write shit.
Same here. xD
Dude, you deserve a lot more subs. The effort that you put into these videos is very much evident by the increasing quality. Keep up the great vids, they are really helpful!
Glad to hear it! Thanks for the compliment!!
It might be nice to keep the community tight
@@TylerMoweryThanks bro I’ve been watching your videos, very helpful 👍🏻
Best screenwriting channel on UA-cam.
(no flex) I went to USC's film school and I've gotta say - this guy knows what he's talking about! Great job, super informative and engagingly explained:)
I remember watching Scarface a few years ago. I totally abhorred Tony Montana as a person yet I really liked the movie, and I did not understand how I could enjoy a movie that had (in my opinion) such an unlikeable main character.
Since watching your videos though, I now know that the reason I liked Scarface so much is because Tony's actions made sense. Even though I morally disagreed with his beliefs and his wants, his beliefs and wants were well established to where the ensuing conflicts were dramatic, suspenseful and engaging.
In short, your videos are teaching me a lot about what makes great movies so great. Keep up the amazing work!
You, sir, are a legend. I wish I had your purpose and drive at a younger age. I think your channel and Lessons from the Screenplay is the most feelgood, highest quality and especially personally designed content (Film Courage and Studio Binder etc is also great, but not as close and personal) on screenwriting on youtube. I absolutely LOVE that this planet has an amazing writer community that wants to help each other out as much as possible. Nothing is purely for personal gain, everything is a constant flow of information and the chase for GROWTH. I have found my own purpose and sense in life through discovering the magic of storytelling and how the "hero" HAS to grow to capture and emotionally move an audience. I am happy to have finished my own Sci-Fi screenplay and am already in my 4th draft thanks to your content and like I said thanks to the rest of this amazing, lovely, caring community. Keep up the stellar work, buddy! God bless you and may the force of never giving up be with you!
Thanks for this Tyler, I am literally relying on your videos to help me better my screenplay
These videos have actually unlocked some writer’s block
Such a smart and to the point approach to teach the principles of Screenwriting. No over-complications & no unnecessary business. It’s the best online tool I’ve come across so far. Am taking notes to have my complete Cheat sheet by the end of this course. Great Job!
Love the style of your videos and the points and examples, learned a lot in 20 mins. Thanks!
Glad to hear it!
This was one of the most easiest video essays about a topic I ever saw. Also, to know more about creating great characters, I would recommend watching Every Frame A Painting's Chuck Jones video. The Road Runner and Coyote part is the best.
The beliefs of our characters is probably the most important aspects of creating dynamic characters. Love it, this is a great video
I'm only two videos in but I'm already learning a lot about screenwriting and what all goes into it! I'm happy that I've found your channel! your videos are helping me in a huge way! I can't wait to write my first screenplay! Thank you, keep up the great work.!!!
I am very grateful for your channel and the things you create for all of us. Thank you for continuing being so inspirational.
Glad to help! Thanks for the kind words
Have I mentioned how much I love these videos? Thanks again, Mr. Mowrey! It honestly took me a long time to understand need vs want.
Once I got that down, I started pulling my characters out of their world one at a time so that I could better understand them with a "faux interview". I used their roles as a starting place, then it was adding their personality type using a pseudo, social science, such as the 16 Personalities Test (you know which one I mean, like INFJ, INTP, etc) then I edited some areas of what traits came with the personality type and made it more their own.
Then I kept building on who they were. Their hobbies, favorite food, current worst experience, current best experience, flaws, views and opinions, etc.
Once that was done, I had too much to work off of. Some people like to build their worlds with history and geography, wars, magic systems, etc--which it totally fine, I support it--but I put more stock in my characters than anything else, since its the thing people latch on to.
Anyway, that's enough babble! Thanks for reading! Your videos are my favorite, because I get stuff out of them for my comic/graphic novel. Also, it feels less lonely during quarantine to have someone to work with. Ciao!
That’s so awesome! Keep writing!
Finally another video! I always get excited to watch another Tyler video!
OMG! Perfect timing. I've been thinking about reworking some characters of mine for a while now/working on my writing skills (I'm a artist first, lol).. You really broke down the core of a character fantastically. Great job :)
i keep coming back to these videos because it really reinforces a foundation for creating great stories. so thank you Tyler!
I love how this video doubles as a mini lesson in understanding people in general.
Hi Tyler, stay safe wherever you are. During this Covid 19 lockdown, your videos had been very helpful to me in improving my writing skills.
Glad to hear it!
A brilliant screenwriter and teacher. Thanks a lot, Tyler. You’ve taken my understanding of character beliefs , want and need to a whole new level.
You really do a great job of breaking down the components of Screenwriting and making it very practical. I appreciate what you are doing. Watching your video is really helping me build my confidence as a writer. Thank you!
Once again, I'll sharpen the characters in my own script and make the differentiation clearer --- One issue comes about if a protagonist finds "theirself" placed in an "intentional community" where there would be many people, too many to delineate in one 2-hour script. (You could have such a community on a space station or the Moon or another planet ....)
I feel like I was thrown into a Different/Better Parallel Universe,
But Then again this Universe is still in The Middle of a Pandemic,
But at Least I Got to see your new and improved video. Keep Up The Good Work. This is one Amazing Content.
This channel is like a medicine a doctor recommends when you're ill, except that illness is being stuck in a story.
This is the best screen writing channel I have found so far
Hey man, just wanted to say you have some really good quality content. I appreciate that you often (somewhat ironically) tell people to get the hell off of UA-cam and start writing. Much needed motivation. Just subscribed.
thank you. I've been interested in scriptwriting. This video helped me a lot in writing characters.
Thank you for making a Playlist of the essentials!!
I love this video! My only push back being a ThereWillBeBloodologist is that I always saw Daniel’s want was to be rich and successful but he realized in the end that his need was for vengeance and blood...hence the title...he worked hard and stopped at nothing to amass his riches but in the end when he had what he thought he needed all along he was still empty and in need of one last thing...blood...hence the “I’m Finished” finale. But that’s just my thoughts...but regardless awesome video dude! I’m definitely subscribing
Excited to watch! I subscribed after coming across your last video on screenplay structure. Here’s to my first new video as a subscriber!
Welcome! Glad to have you here
Very well thought out piece! Very much on par with Robert Mckee's teachings in Story. This is a guide to creating solid character driven narratives! Well done Tyler! This video stays in my arsenal🤣💪🏾🤓
High praise! Thanks so much!
@@TylerMowery much deserved🤓
Love from *Odisha* , *India* 💕
Thank you for this. This’ll really help me make my screenplay better.
you're helping a lot of people including me to be a better writer and tell better stories. Thank you so much for that. / valoro profundamente este regalo que nos das de forma libre compadre. Bendiciones.
Thank you so much for all your videos in this playlist. They're super helpful and informative, love them!
This is amazing. I am saying this before even starting the video
Supun Wijesundera
Then why are you saying it?
@@ruly8153 because I trust Tyler
Supun Wijesundera
Ya
I trust the postal service
But I don’t say that my package came really fast right after ordering it.
@@ruly8153 you will understand the meaning of trust when you grow up
@@ReelFusionbySupun if you're trusting the video will be great then you would say: 'this is GOING TO BE amazing', Ruly is right.
YES!!! YOU KNOW EXACTLY WHAT I NEEEED!!! Thx a lot
Glad to hear it!
Question: if the character has stakes: like if they don't so something they might die, so he is pushed into doing multiple jobs so he doesn't, is he passive or active?
Also, will you consider making a video about writing good and relatable romance in movies?
I'd say, if the character is being 'pushed' into doing things, that's passive, but the decisions the character makes as a result of those pushes - that's active.
@@Rise876 oh, I get it
@K - researcher understood, so it's how the character acts in a situation
Youssef HEGAZY 2 I would argue, if people are telling him what to do, the moment he decides to make his own plans is the moment he becomes active. He should be the one making decisions in his own story, at least by the conclusion. In other words, when he starts disobeying but tries not to get caught, or when he uses his off-time to put a plan into motion even if it takes several jobs to get it all in order, or just any time where he is doing something other than what they’re telling him to, that’s when he’s being truly active. Even something as simple as him keeping a stolen gun that he used to complete one of the jobs could be considered active. Make sure he’s making choices throughout, even if only small ones within all the jobs he’s being forced into doing.
@K - researcher if it was a secret agent for instance, would they be passive, they are given a mission to accomplish.
i would really enjoy you discussing how adam reed wrote archer, the ever connecting dialog is something i enjoy about the show!
oh, i already liked this video
Extremely clear and brimming with insights!
Thank you for sharing and keep up the good work!
This is great work!
I'm tired of videos pointing out that you need to do personality traits and write quirks etc. This is the core. Belief (based on a ghost/past), want and need.
basically better than any film class I've ever taken.
Just watching these give me so much inspiration, this is really helpful too, thank you!
Can you please make more videos on dialogue, please.
Yes! In the works
Thank you so much. I can writing a book, not a movie but I think "stories" all fall under the same umbrella. Anyway, I was really worried that people might dislike or even hate my mc because she is very mean and cynical in the beginning. I was worried that people might be put off by the story (especially with so many "I'm not like other girls mcs nowadays). But your video gave me a whole lot more confidence and more direction. Now I know that if all her angst makes sense because of the ordeals she is facing then that's fine, and I definitely plan to make her more calm and kind as the story goes on.
This is super helpful! Thank you for the effort you put into these clear and concise videos
Glad to hear it!
This is freaking art. Loved it.
You are an excellent teacher. Thank you for this.
Damn, such a well explained video. Great job, and thanks. Your advice always helps.
Your videos have helped me so much with story telling. Thank you! One day I'll sign up to your course 🙌
Glad to hear it!
How many characters need a want, need and belief? I'm writing a series and I'm not sure what supporting characters need these 3 things. And which don't. How many characters do you think need them to create enough interesting episodes?
Not all characters need them. But you need to think about why your supporting characters are there. They shouldn’t simply be obstacles. How can they challenge the main character’s beliefs?
Also depends on how many threads of story you’re weaving together. Example; season 2 of Arrow. There are 2 times in one line that have to relate, and formative interactions for Oliver to get from mousey rich strandee, to hardened vigilante, and the way his beliefs form over that 5 year gap are in large part reactions to the beliefs of those he interacts with at critical junctures. Maybe you can structure the critical junctures in tandem with these belief formulations to see which characters need the depth. And don’t be shy of reiteration and scrapping old bad ideas if something naturally materializes and connects better but radically differently after draft 3. The trilogy I’m working on feels like I’m working a time loop, but the interconnectedness across the various characters interactions and goals is becoming something more visceral and instinctive as I drag them through the historic events I’m using as context. It’s like I’m meeting them, and as it becomes relevant, they tell me their backstory and then I understand why they are responding the way they are.
4 months in, I’m at a dozen character diamonds of varying levels of detail, but some are just to remind me of the baselines for some of the common side characters. Helpful hermits in one scene don’t need to have fully exposited philosophies or development arcs. Lost too much sleep learning that one
In film, John truby in his book recommended the 4 corner opposition. Just Write has a great video about that! ua-cam.com/video/p-PfEE5kveE/v-deo.html
From Story To Plot YES! Love this video, and learning again from rewatching it
Gratitudes! Love, peace and harmony!
In my opinion I feel like all a character needs on a fundamental level is being either of these things who are achieving a goal:
- A victim or underdog.
- In jeopardy.
- Relatable and sweet.
- Funny and has a good sense of humour.
- Powerful
And there could be a combo, but if your character is at least has one of those personalities, your audience would care
Man why aren’t you a writer in Hollywood yet ?.. I think you well make great movies with those ideas.
I would argue it's the opposite in the Matrix.
Him not believing he's the one is the exact reason he was successful. Which is why the Oracle told him that in the first place.
Great video. Personally, I find Weiland's books repetitive and vague. You've done a great job expounding upon them.
This is really great
Great video (as always, from what I've seen so far) and KM Weiland's book is really good too
Brilliant video. Thank you!
PERFECT TIMING.
I MEAN, LITERALLY P E R F E C T.
I'm planning to rewrite some characters today.
Btw, i have a question:
I have a character that have no clear motivation reason, and i'm have no ideas how to solve that.
Right now, hes father died in a very young age which made feeling very reasonable for others, because he think he will not get over it if someone close to him will die.
But i think this us unoriginal and not good anough.
There's nothing necessarily wrong with being "unoriginal", because a lot of character types have already been used in some way or another. So long as you make your character compelling or interesting, there should be no problem. So, feel free to write a character that feels unoriginal, but make it your own somehow.
You don’t know what your character wants. Find what your character wants. You have somewhat of a need but you need a wanr
Y E S
PERFECT TIMING INDEED
Thanks for the lessons.
Another banger Tyler. Thank you!
Couldn't it be argued that experience is the foundational element of character? Granted, I suppose experience is external to the character, but I would think that most of the time it's a character's experience that builds their beliefs.
Thanks for the time and effort. May God bless you all
Amazing video, thank you so much😁😁😁
Thank you so much, I am a new writer and this is very helpful 🙏. Thank you so much for empowering so many writers with your Chanel 😊
Your videos have been very helpful in developing my practice; thank you.
You actually explained it well, thank you
Thanks for your content, it helps a lot more than many of the books out there!
Glad to hear it! Thanks for watching!
Hey Tyler, thank you for this video mate, it's extremely helpful. I had a question though, I always struggle with my characters to have their dialogue stand out, and make their dialogues a device over which I further develop their character without "spoon-feeding" the audience in the way they state their Want or their Belief. I would really appreciate if you could touch on the best way to reveal these two elements "Belief and Want" without forcing it.
great content as always tyler
Thank you!
Great video, thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge with us.
Thank you for this🙌🏽🙏🏾✊🏽
Your Videos helped me more than any other channel
Thank you so much for these videos Tyler
I was stuck in building my character, but I think I found something. Thanks for the video 👍😇
You videos are quite helpful. Thanks for sharing the knowledge.
Awesome ❤️ video
tyler!,
you said write 5 screenplays... does it have to be -features?, or -shorts?, or both.
Bingewatching this channel for two days. And I'm not even a screenwriter.
Thank you🤺🤺🙏
Excellent advice. Thanks for making this video.
I have a question not regarding specifically to characters, but to screenplays in general:
i study digital media, it's a program inside of a film school, that it's academic courses are Film Studies.
We study about Film theory (eisenstein, bordwell, Mulvey etc), and the movie's we see in our cinematography classes are not hollywood films ( i guess because the filmmakers here are mostly influenced by European directors) .
my question is - the structure of movies like "The Passenger" by Antonioni, or "Woman under the influence" by John Cassevetes, "Naked" by Mike Leigh, even Kubrick's "Dr Strangelove", are not built like the story circle or classic hollywood drama's? is the artistic films of european directors are not built the same way? because from what i learned, all the great hollywood directors were actually infulenced by different types of directors.. French New Wave, Italian Neo-Realism, etc.. even directors that teach us - are really influenced by them.
So what is the difference between the screenplays?
Fantastic video thank you 🙏. Looking forward to more of your channel.
A question.
Should all characters have want and need and sometimes they don't get the need and mostly those are the villains?
Thank you very much for this.
What is the truth that Katniss knows at the beginning of the book?
Extremely helpful video.
By the way, have you ever thought about making a video on the themes of a story?
Check out my purpose of conflict video!
5:00 "the NEED comes from a false belief about the world" ... pretty sure you meant the WANT
No, it's the need. Internal struggle
really helpful thanks
I have a question. In stories where characters go crazy such as The Shining, do the same guidelines of character beliefs and wants apply? Jack Torrence wasn't taking actions based on philosophical beliefs, but he was being manipulated by the evil of the hotel. The motivation behind his actions isn't his wants, it's the hotel. So does that make Jack a weak character? Tldr; do "crazy" characters still have philosophical beliefs and wants? And how do you write a story about a character who is acting out of mental disturbance rather than philosophical belief?
Your voice is so is inspiring. İt gives me the courage to write.