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193 | Ten Common Traps That Will Kill Your Script (Pt. 2)

The Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna

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Exploring the Emotional Core of a Script

The chapter emphasizes the importance of diving deep into the emotional core of a story beyond just its genre, urging writers to uncover the true human significance of their narratives. It discusses personal revelations found through writing, including the exploration of deep-seated relationship conflicts. Overall, the chapter highlights the transformative power of characters confronting themselves and taking responsibility for their actions within a script.

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