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Mentioned in 31 episodes
Story
Substance, Structure, Style and the Principles of Screenwriting
Book • 1997
In *Story*, Robert McKee provides a detailed and integrated explanation of the craft of writing for the screen.
The book expands on the concepts he teaches in his highly regarded seminars, offering insights into the relationship between structure and character, and the underlying principles that make a story compelling.
McKee draws from a wide range of sources, including Aristotle and classic films, to offer practical advice on storytelling that is applicable to screenwriters, novelists, playwrights, and non-fiction writers.
The book expands on the concepts he teaches in his highly regarded seminars, offering insights into the relationship between structure and character, and the underlying principles that make a story compelling.
McKee draws from a wide range of sources, including Aristotle and classic films, to offer practical advice on storytelling that is applicable to screenwriters, novelists, playwrights, and non-fiction writers.
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Mentioned in 31 episodes
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as a book he read and enjoyed, highlighting the emotional rollercoaster and the use of "beats" in the storytelling.


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when discussing books he read to improve his storytelling for his new comedy special.


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when discussing authors who have written about creative expression.


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as a source of inspiration for narrative frameworks.


Donald Miller

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as a fundamental guide for storytelling, particularly in screenwriting.

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as the definitive book on storytelling.


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in a discussion about story structure and the creative process.


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as she references Story, a writing book from the film adaptation, The Ghost Orchid.

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Brad Pitt
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as the "king of story" who emphasizes the importance of conflict in storytelling.


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