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Steven Pressfield: Every Story Needs a Villain | How I Write Podcast | How I Write
How I Write
Unveiling Mysteries in Storytelling
This chapter examines the role of the 'female carries the mystery' motif in narratives, highlighting how both classic and contemporary stories use female elements to symbolize intrigue and challenge. It emphasizes the importance of compelling villains, exploring how they drive plots and deepen character struggles, using examples like 'Chinatown' and 'Silver Linings Playbook.'
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