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The hosts discuss whether 'Dead Poets Society' is a cautionary tale highlighting the dangers of tyranny. They analyze the characters and their quests for happiness. They explore the difference between maturation and education plots. They delve into the major theme of seizing the day and the importance of revolution. They discuss rebellion, mentorship, and societal norms in the movie. They explore the relevance of the film in today's society.

The hosts analyze the Western genre, discuss the similarities between Western and thriller genres, and examine the story structure and character portrayal in 'True Grit'. They emphasize the significance of nature in the movie and explore the point of view and desires of the main characters. The strengths of 'True Grit' and a comparison with 'Bridges of Madison County' are also discussed.

In this week’s episode, the team drills into the 1976 thriller Marathon Man with screenplay by William Goldman (based on his novel of the same name) and directed by John Schlesinger. Visit us on Twitter @StoryGridRT and let us know what you think of our analysis. This is a show dedicated to helping you become a better writer and editor. Each week, Story Grid Editors Jarie Bolander, Valerie Francis, Anne Hawley, Kim Kessler, and Leslie Watts analyze a film from one of the twelve Story Grid content genres and discuss it using the Editor’s Six Core Questions as developed by Shawn Coyne. Click here for the full show notes.

The Roundtablers make the long climb up Jack the Giant Slayer, the 2013 Action-Adventure CGI extravaganza, written by Darren Lemke, Christopher McQuarrie and Dan Studney and directed by Bryan Singer. Share your thoughts on our analysis or ask questions on Twitter @StoryGridRT This is a show dedicated to helping you become a better editor. Each week Story Grid Editors Jarie Bolander, Valerie Francis, Anne Hawley, Kim Kessler and Leslie Watts analyze a film from one of the 12 Story Grid content genres and discuss it using the Editor’s Six Core Questions as developed by Shawn Coyne. Click here for the full show notes.

The Roundtablers know what the Dickens they’re doing this week as they pay a ghostly visit to The Muppet Christmas Carol, the 1992 music-and-puppets version of the classic scary Morality tale, with screenplay by Jerry Juhl based on the story by Charles Dickens. Visit us on Twitter @StoryGridRT and let us know what you think of our analysis. This is a show dedicated to helping you become a better writer and editor. Each week Story Grid Editors Jarie Bolander, Valerie Francis, Anne Hawley, Kim Kessler and Leslie Watts analyze a film from one of the 12 Story Grid content genres and discuss it using the Editor’s Six Core Questions as developed by Shawn Coyne. Click here to see the full show notes.

The hosts of this podcast analyze the movie 'Thelma and Louise', focusing on its power dynamics, societal impact, and themes of disempowerment. They explore the character arcs of the main protagonists and discuss the significance of the ending. Additionally, they discuss the inclusion of other marginalized groups in the society genre and examine the power dynamics between men and women in the film. The chapter also delves into the protagonists' satisfaction and quest for freedom.

In this week’s episode, the Roundtable goes to war with the tragically underrated 1992 Brotherhood War movie A Midnight Clear, written and directed by Keith Gordon, and based on the 1982 novel by William Wharton. Share your thoughts on our analysis or ask questions on Twitter @StoryGridRT. This is a show dedicated to helping you become a better editor. Each week, Story Grid Editors Jarie Bolander, Valerie Francis, Anne Hawley, Kim Kessler, and Leslie Watts analyze a film from one of the twelve Story Grid content genres and discuss it using the Editor’s Six Core Questions developed by Shawn Coyne. Click here to see the full show notes.

It’s love, loss and longing this week as the Roundtable team crosses The Bridges of Madison County, the 1995 film written by Richard LaGravenese from Robert James Waller’s 1992 novel. Visit us on Twitter @StoryGridRT and let us know what you think of our analysis. This is a show dedicated to helping you become a better writer and editor. Each week, Story Grid Editors Jarie Bolander, Valerie Francis, Anne Hawley, Kim Kessler and Leslie Watts analyze a film from one of the twelve Story Grid content genres and discuss it using the Editor’s Six Core Questions as developed by Shawn Coyne. Click here to see the full show notes.

The podcast discusses the movie 'Gladiator' using the Story Grid method, analyzing its genre as status admiration, exploring the protagonist's motivations and unwavering principles. They also delve into the addition of dimension through afterlife framing and the role of action and war scenes. The surprising and bittersweet ending is also explored, defying traditional expectations.

The Story Grid Editors analyze the movie 'Hot Fuzz' as a thriller genre, examining its characterization, plot structure, and genre conventions. They explore the incorporation of obligatory scenes in the film and discuss the final showdown, sacrifice, and false ending. The debate centers around whether the story falls into the thriller or action labyrinth genre and the presence of a buddy love story. They also explore the difference in point of view between films and novels, and highlight the use of point of view and suspense in creating the thrilling experience.