The Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna

195 | Dustin Lance Black: Writing (And Adapting) Compelling Protagonists

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May 30, 2024
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Dustin Lance Black
Guest Dustin Lance Black discusses the nuances of crafting compelling protagonists in storytelling, emphasizing imperfections and shadows to make characters engaging. The conversation delves into the challenges of maintaining audience engagement while portraying complex characters with depth and relatability.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 4min
2
Developing Compelling Protagonists
03:52 • 21min
3
Exploring a Pivotal Incident and Criteria for Compelling Protagonists
24:30 • 5min
4
Crafting Compelling Characters for Screenwriting
29:33 • 28min
5
Crafting Compelling Protagonists in Screenwriting
57:04 • 6min
6
Exploring Character Surprises and Perspective in Storytelling
01:03:22 • 4min