Scriptcake 58. Scott Myers - Screenwriter, Teacher, Author
Sep 18, 2023
Scott Myers, a screenwriter, teacher, and author, discusses his book 'The Protagonist's Journey' and his philosophy of storytelling. They explore character development and the concept of want vs need, analyze lighting transitions in scenes, and emphasize the importance of the nemesis character in storytelling. They also discuss crafting a well-developed emotional story and following your passion in the world of filmmaking.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Following Your Passion and Making a Life Out of It
01:42 • 21min
The Inspiration for 'The Protagonist Journey'
23:07 • 28min
Character Development and the Concept of Want vs Need
50:48 • 3min
Analyzing Lighting Transition in a Scene
54:03 • 6min
The Importance of the Nemesis Character in Storytelling
01:00:12 • 9min
Crafting a Well-Developed Emotional Story
01:09:27 • 8min