February 2010

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The Story Factor

Stories are often used to influence others. By reading a book like “The Story Factor” by Annette Simmons, you can better understand how stories work...
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When Your Hero is the Villain

In most stories, the hero is the underdog battling against injustice created by a super-powerful villain. In these common types of stories, the hero typically...
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Explaining the World in a Story

Too often movies degenerate into mindless action without any substance behind it. However, action is necessary is nearly every story but you need to know...
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“Frost/Nixon” Where the Hero and Villain Share Similar Goals

“Frost/Nixon” was one of those Best Picture nominated films that sadly didn’t get as much attention as it deserved. Despite its limited exposure, it’s a...
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The Three I’s of Your Hero’s Goal

Every screenplay must have a great ending that makes the rest of the story worth watching. To make sure your ending will meet all expectations,...
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Your Hero’s Worst Nightmare

When you think of a villain, it’s easy to think of somebody like Darth Vader in control of a Death Star that can wipe out...
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