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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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Uncovering Subtext: The Art of Emotion in Scripts

This chapter explores the significance of utilizing subtext in scripts to convey characters' emotions and motivations subtly, avoiding direct exposition. It emphasizes the importance of crafting dialogue that hints at deeper emotions and conflicts, enhancing the audience's engagement and comprehension.

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