Character problems - screenwriting mistakes

[@worddancer-howtowriteascre9144]

Hope this helps - so many problems I see with scripts are macro problems like structure, stakes and character choices vs. micro problems. Don't forget to give it a thumbs up if you liked it - that makes me happy:) Love, WD

[@roger8654]

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[@TheKeithvidz]

I read and have written genre - horror, drama, comedy. I have taste for many story lines. But have preferences - for me don't be boring.

[@Rubrick23.]

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[@chadkuffert]

When I watch your videos, your points/advice seems so obvious, but when I put pen to paper, I still make a lot of mistakes you're exposing. :( Thanks for doing what you do!

[@worddancer-howtowriteascre9144]

+chad kuffert Thanks so much, Chad!

[@TheCJCBrand]

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[@Jays_dead_cat]

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[@worddancer-howtowriteascre9144]

Thanks, Jordan!

[@jeremysladek6623]

You're awesome my friend! It's great to see someone going into detail 🤔 to ACTUALLY HELP PEOPLE who are trying to get somewhere in the business 😎 of writing! You are genuinely interested in teaching. Thankful for the classes.

[@worddancer-howtowriteascre9144]

Thanks, Jeremy!

[@drananth]

Please teach us something about the scripts of "The Usual Suspects" and "Pulp Fiction" What made these 2 scripts so interesting?

[@michaelmunoz1802]

Thank you for the info im barely getting started out writing my own stories and everything you've explained is gold i watch a lot of movies and i got tired of the whole being entertained aspect of it and started noticing patterns in the movies in the journeys the characters take the mini goals to accomplish the main goal of three movie like you said in another one of your videos things that I've been starting to notice in a movie you've brought to light for me. I had written a story and bout midpoint i was lost and even lost interest in my own story. And wheni saw the video about you talking about having a concept and making the the flaws of my character relate to the journey and within that journey he/she has growth is so genius and even having to sacrifice something along that journey is just brilliant im gonna look up more scripts to read and learn from your videos. I have a story to tell but i don't want it to be boring.

[@stevekobb3850]

Really helpful! Many thanks for being so clear and direct.

[@dolnick7]

I started writing these down. Then I kept writing them down some more. So many great points to consider. Definitely going back to the drawing board for major surgery on my current main character. This should help him survive past page 60.

[@jeremysladek6623]

Jeff Tarbell I've had to do the same thing. And don't be discouraged if one of your characters "flatlines", it just means they weren't as important as they seemed. Pick their remains apart & spread certain aspects of them into various other characters, or new characters.

[@mainewills4643]

I love your videos. They are very informative and helpful.

[@WavesWatcher1]

Excellent breakdown on Character study, this really helps, thank you Word Dancer ❤

[@worddancer-howtowriteascre9144]

Glad it helped!

[@god_frey6605]

2020! Here I get a great and understandable advise from my lovely teacher ;)

[@taylortimeless]

I believe my problem is making my character’s love interest too perfect. It’s unbelievable.

[@braxtonm9712]

Good video! Helpful info!

[@patrick9761]

Powerful advice throughout ...

[@HoonaticsMCNiko23Crowe]

I can't imagine a script with no main character

[@worddancer-howtowriteascre9144]

Many screenplays I read bounce all over and don’t have a lead.

[@thereseember2800]

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[@darthzounds4889]

I feel like The Phantom Menace is actually a good example of this.

[@rsacchi100]

"Tora! Tora! Tora!" An allstar cast but no character dominates. "2001: A Space Odyssey" There are memorable characters but they are only in for segments of the movie. There is very little dialogue.

[@redbaron8130]

Pulp fiction doesn’t have a main character. Neither does Magnolia. I remember watching an interview with PTA and he couldn’t tell the guy what the movie was about. Maybe it depends on how the story is told or is it’s interesting?

[@miaveranika30]

omg! I really love your energy!

[@BazColne]

As always, solid gold.

[@Magemorrison_]

so helpful, amazing personality - cheers dancer!

[@worddancer-howtowriteascre9144]

Thanks, Muge!

[@santh123456789]

Here is a ton of info!!! Love it!

[@rsacchi100]

In "Raiders of the Lost Ark" the bad guys were "straight out of central casting". Belloq seemed an archaeologist version of a mad scientist. Indiana Jones had a past with Marion but would that have made a difference in the movie? What am I missing?

[@smellfungussports]

Agree with your points but I’ve seen many stories based on main characters who don’t have any goals or lukewarm in nature. I don’t believe every main character should have an interesting goal. Classic example is Manchester by the sea. What seems to be a pretty trivial premise is shoved into our hearts by amazing writing and acting.

[@jameshill6763]

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[@kidanemariameyob8752]

I am interested in this topic and I am first time listener. It would be nice if you would start with what good sounds like then constructively criticise the flaws.

[@miaveranika30]

This is really helpful! Thanks!!!

[@MischiefMemoirs]

great advice as always! :)

[@worddancer-howtowriteascre9144]

Thanks for letting me know!

[@mrboerger1620]

Thanks

[@claramcmenamin7244]

I love your instruction and you are a very good teacher have you acted before?.....simplicity is better than being swamped by character and scene fillers?

[@ozzie8821]

👍👍👍👍we keep this up...well you know

[@miaveranika30]

I'm so glad i find u

[@thereseember2800]

This video would seriously make a funny screenplay.

[@guidebydog]

Please no more 'just one last job" movies, Maybe it's just me but I feel like that's so played out. Probably just me though. Vides is great and I enjoyed it. Thanks! #respect

[@danismith8797]

When should you cut a reflection/secondary character?

[@benallotti3064]

Right now as I write my script the problem I'm currently facing is what subplots to use and which ones to leave out. It's not easy and I'm on page 32.

[@worddancer-howtowriteascre9144]

Not easy:)

[@thereseember2800]

Ben Allotti: I think you should use the second subplot, but not the third one.

[@InvisiblerApple]

The only time 9:37 worked in a script is that Mitchell & Webb parody with the Identity Killer.

[@curtisnewton895]

you summarized most movies plot in 2021

[@redbaron8130]

Who else is rethinking their entire screenplay after watching this video?

[@curtiscaliber]

You have great videos. I would look for you to critique my script if that's possible.

[@royaltypoetry1533]

i'm new on your page, will you go back making videos again?

[@michaelmunoz1802]

What is your take on the movie speed. I always felt that the trials were just repetitive till finally keanu got everyone save sandra bullock of the bus at the end

[@miaveranika30]

I want my character strong enough to carry the story, but I still want her vunerable....

[@Abby-up8yd]

Could I have the character make a tough choice in the 2nd act?

[@Yehyasafwat]

Quick question... I am a horror / thriller writer and the main pillar or my current book is this cosmic horror twist. So is it wrong to have more than one lead character fighting their own battle with the antagonistic force?

[@severussnape9327]

Bro, where can I give you my script to read??

[@kapens8505]

when we start telling story in which position we have express theme of the story and how to convince them is there any process plz explain

[@worddancer-howtowriteascre9144]

I'm not quite sure what you are asking.

[@jjkhawaiian]

I'm no expert, but I'll take a poke at this. IMHO, the theme should be written throughout your screenplay in bits and pieces. You can present it, or convince the audience, subtly or with a strong performance of your lead character. The change of the lead character at the end of the movie should solidify the theme. What did they learn? Who are they now than what they were at the beginning of the story? How impactful was that change?

[@scotthensley269]

Do you still make conetent?

[@yammerhaw101]

As for character arc, i can take it either way: They grow or learn at the end, or don't. I just wanna be entertained. Reading an article about O' Brother Where Art Thou, it mentioned that Everett (G. Clooney) still didn't learn from what put him in prison in the first place. Near the end, he wanted to become a dentist by getting a phony license. But that's the Coen Bros. They can get away with that. I mostly don't like trends, but i think it's time for one where the main character don't learn s#it!! haha.

[@rsacchi100]

I read a comment about "Gone With the Wind" that Scarlett O'Hara didn't grow. That's not correct. She grew but not in a way many people would like. Growing doesn't mean likeable. Then there is "The Fountainhead" where the premise is Howard Roark can't grow.

[@taylortimeless]

I think my problem is a passive main character

[@rsacchi100]

There was "Being There". It was a 1979 movie so the question is has the industry changed so that "Being There" wouldn't be made today?

[@roger8654]

How do I send you my script? I will pay you for feedback.

[@worddancer-howtowriteascre9144]

I'm not currently available for services, but you can get on the waiting list to be notified when I am available: www.howtowriteascreenplay.world/screenplay-notes/

[@roger8654]

How much do you charge?

[@worddancer-howtowriteascre9144]

For full script audio notes $299 at the moment.

[@roger8654]

Word Dancer - How to write a screenplay ok how long till i can send you my script? 299 seems fair

[@worddancer-howtowriteascre9144]

I'm hoping to be available in a couple weeks:)

[@ndumisodube3080]

THANK you I HAVE LEARNED alot, first i used to think what does this blonde know about film lol

[@princeowiredu2022]

You’re the best, woman!

[@ISAVIDAURRETA]

What do you suggest for fixing the "No lead character" problem? My idea for a screenplay is extremely messed up-A case in New Spain, then one in the Vatican, but the lead character in the New Spain is thrown up in jail, so the case un the Vatican continues and the detective dies... It is just a mess. I hope you can help me.

[@worddancer-howtowriteascre9144]

It’s your story but u can add anyone to have it be their POV as long as the telling of the story changes their story. U could have a fellow inmate who learns the story or a reporter who interviews the man in jail or follow a defense attorney or prosecuting attorney. There is no right answer.

[@ISAVIDAURRETA]

Thank you very much! Your tips are really, really helpful!

[@ISAVIDAURRETA]

Well, I have a subplot (The one in the Vatican) and all this time I have been a "novelist" and I don't have any kind of idea how to use a subplot in a mistery movie.

[@ozzie8821]

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[@thereccher8746]

We're afraid to make our characters imperfect because we're afraid of the backlash from the audience of they make a mistake.

[@spymaine89]

i skip forward on your advice, ''you make money, i dont. '' = you are correct i am not. ... BUT; who says , characters need a flaw , successful characters dont need a flaw. who says a jumble of idiots is not a good play, many plays, entertaining ones had a jumble of idiots. if you found these plays you read , boring , it was not the characters , it was the words, .words must paint in your mind, it can be an abstract , realism, not a spilled glob of colors but a form. a moron can like a play, it will speak of the characters , it is never the characters it is always the words. .

[@anassnasim3232]

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[@JuanGuiller83]

You talk too fast maam 😢