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    3 Types of Character Arcs – How To Write The Positive Change Arc

    August 13, 2021 /
    The Positive Change Arc ends in a positive way for your protagonist

    I’m sure you’ve all heard phrases like “Character Arc” or Positive Change Arc etc. And some of you may also wonder what is all this about. Well, before I dive in this subject I would like first to talk about the essence of the Character Arcs: The Change.

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    What Is a Premise in Writing And How To Find It

    July 30, 2021 /
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    What is a premise in writing? It tends to be a mystery, because depending on which screenwriting book you’ll read, you’ll probably find a different explanation of it.

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  • Screenwriting Basics,  Screenwriting Tips,  Story Structure

    How To Write A Good Act 2 In Your Screenplay

    March 28, 2019 /
    ReAct: Act 2 is about reaction

    Hello my fellow screenwriters! In this article I’m going to show you a few tips on how to write Act 2 in your script and what it usually contains. For building Act 2 I am going to use a combination of 3 different structure models as they are suggested by Syd Field, Joseph Campbell and Blake Snyder. I’m going to show you what main parts to include or steps to take on your second act, so you won’t struggle (not much at least).

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  • Screenwriters Beginners,  Screenwriting Tips,  Story Structure

    How To Find Plot Point 1 In Your Screenplay

    October 8, 2018 /

    One of the easier plot points to find is the Plot Point 1 or Turning Point 1. Because it’s right before the end of Act 1 and the beginning of Act 2. It’s when the adventure actually starts. But, what do we mean when we say Act 2. We (usually) mean the Middle of the story. There are some easy tips on how to find the beginning of Act 2 here as well as a video here.

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    How to find The Beginning of Act 2 (video)

    September 30, 2018 /
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    In my opinion, the Beginning of Act 2 is probably the easiest plot point there is to find. I’ve created a video for you with everything you need to know on how to locate the second Act in a story or a film, based on the 3-Act Structure model. Act 2 begins when the adventure actually starts. What do we mean when we say Act 2 in the 3 Act Structure Model? We (usually) mean the Middle of the story. Try not to confuse the Middle with the Midpoint. I explain here thoroughly what the Midpoint is. And when the Middle begins? Right after we have learned all the backstory. Think of it…

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Emotion. That's the secret ingredient. Write with emotion and try to pass these feelings to your audience. Only then you'll have a good story!

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