19.38: A Close Reading on Tension: Anticipation and Subversion
Writing Excuses
Subverting Expectations in Storytelling
This chapter examines the themes of anticipation and subversion within narrative structures, emphasizing the importance of deviating from predictable patterns to enhance emotional tension. The speakers analyze how character motivations and perspectives redefine traditional concepts of heroism and morality, using specific examples to illustrate these nuances. By encouraging listeners to manipulate tropes, they provide a practical writing exercise aimed at exploring diverse emotional responses in storytelling.
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