How to Write the Main Conflict of the Story - The Engine of a Narrative

[@cosmicspacething3474]

Sometimes personal conflict can lead to inner conflict, especially when a character sees a part of themselves in someone else

[@StudioBinder]

Very true! Good conflict in storytelling is a mix of all three types and how they influence each other.

[@barbaraashley7481]

@@StudioBinder greetings, kindly put your videos available for download. Thank you 😊

[@cydneygriffin604]

Do you have an example of this? I'd like to see a movie that does this, so I can learn how to write it.

[@cosmicspacething3474]

@@cydneygriffin604 Not a specific movie, but Batman’s rogue’s gallery does this often

[@TommyWalker1]

​@@cydneygriffin604The Dark Knight. Joker represents a corrupted version of Batman's worldview, and he damn near gets Bruce to reveal his identity and has him second guessing his whole stance on being a vigilante

[@starsmydestination4971]

im just person from turkey and I try to learn by myself screenwriting, and your videos helping me soo much. I want to thank you who making, narrating this videos and showing to us how to tell story. thank you, really thank you. because sometimes I think and say to myself 'you cant learn by yourself in a room, writing reading, what are you doing? " and then your videos helping me, sorry for my terrible english

[@StudioBinder]

That's so nice to hear. Thank you for watching and we're glad the videos are helpful. Don't stop and keep writing!

[@starsmydestination4971]

@@StudioBinder thank you

[@annatarbaby]

Hi! Look up John Truby & Dara Marks, if you haven't already, their ideas might add some structure and depth to your writing. Best of luck!

[@huangjun_art]

Man, Annihilation is such a criminally underrated movie. By far one of my favorite sci-fi horror movies.

[@StudioBinder]

Agreed!

[@Squurdnack]

One of my favorite third acts of all time but the whole movie is just so beautiful and the acting from the main cast is so good

[@rayancedrichaddad1197]

It's a complete audiovisual encyclopedia about How to create the Main Conflict of the Story in Movies. Thousand Thanks StudioBinder for this Inspiring video. Very helpful and Instructive to understand.💯💯💯

[@StudioBinder]

You're very welcome!

[@MrRickstopher]

All Toba said was “human work” three times but it was one of the most powerful monologues in modern film, still gives me chills when I hear it.

[@philippruizlozano]

Ugh, I love the content of this channel so much. It's so well explained and well edited. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@StudioBinder]

Thanks for that! That's our entire goal.

[@ViKash-ke7qj]

Signs by M.N Shyamalan is an amazing example of all 3 conflicts in a single movie!!!

[@stephenwilliams3807]

Toni Collette's performance in Hereditary was incredible.

[@StudioBinder]

Legendary!

[@knightimeproductions5532]

Absolutely. My fav horror movie too

[@dherveyphotography]

YES!

[@romainemiller5969]

I like this channel, it teaches me a lot about filmmaking and gets more in-depth about the art of storytelling that they don't teach in film school. This channel deserves a 5 thumbs up.

[@JRMilward]

Really interesting video,as always. I'd also love to see StudioBinder examine the Chinese/Japanese Kishōtenketsu structure, which often has none of this classically "Western" conflict at its core, but still has profoundly powerful narrative drive. (Studio Ghibli excels at this form, e.g. My Neighbour Totoro, Spirited Away, etc.)

[@lloydlim]

Helpful video. As a kid, we were taught conflict as man vs man, man vs nature, man vs himself. But I like Sorkin’s formulation better.

[@StudioBinder]

Sorkin's definition definitely helps writers turn that conflict into actionable advice.

[@Alcatrazepam]

I would truly love to see a video on the directing style of Takashi Miike. He has directed over 100 feature films, often varying wildly in genre/source material, but always feels like “Miike.” He has a remarkable eye and an amazing way of building up to an intense emotion and then subverting it’s with impeccable timing. Just a thought. Thanks again for all the great work

[@360decs]

Been watching for years and the videos never disappoint, thanks for everything you do

[@StudioBinder]

That's so nice to hear! Thank you.

[@assaultmohan1620]

Hloo

[@V.V.2207]

Dear StudioBinder, Your videos are so nice and informative. Apart from these, you should try making informative videos on film equipment and frequently used film locations. Thanks a lot for your work.

[@almost_harmless]

As usual, your videos are beyond on point and can teach people that aren't even interested in movies something about themselves. Also; love that you include movies like "They live".

[@StudioBinder]

Glad you like them and thanks for watching!

[@annatarbaby]

Another splendid essay! I love you, guys, really and truly.

[@StudioBinder]

Thanks! We love you back ❤

[@assaultmohan1620]

Hello

[@Kfir_levy]

I think one of the best script writing of all time is 12 angry men And the conflit there is one of the best conflicts i ever seen in my life when every character have diffrent view and diffrent personallity the conflict is more intersting and thriller then usual for my opinion

[@24FramesALife24]

Casablanca's screenplay is one of the best ever written.

[@ДмитрийКамеронов]

Thank you so much, guys❤

[@meetarthur9427]

Brilliant as always, thank you for such a great material and examples! I guess it became my favorite channel!

[@StudioBinder]

You're very welcome, we love what we do so we're always happy to hear other people enjoy it!

[@scorpio3607]

Thank you much needed to me to finish my writing

[@rayancedrichaddad1197]

My Favorite Movies with inspiring Conflict : -Toy Story (1995) -Spider-Man (2002) -Spider-Man 2 (2004) -Star Wars Episode 5 (1980) -The Dark Knight (2008) -Taxi Driver (1976) -Paris, Texas (1984) -Inception (2010) -Interstellar (2014) -Casablanca (1942) -Apocalypse Now (1979) -To Kill a Mockingbird (1962) -Kill Bill Vol.1 and 2 (2003-2004) -The Silence of the lambs (1991) -Who framed Roger Rabbit (1988)

[@StudioBinder]

Those are really fantastic examples!

[@Pixelpro1234-h6v]

The Boat Scene in The Dark Knight is so overstressing for me Others are as great as The Dark Knight too! Just mentioning! Especially Toy Story 2-having to choose between your owner who'd soon abandon you after growing up and a collection museum where you'd be famous and unforgotten is definitely a GREAT conflict

[@llkedici6049]

Video About trailers!!!!!!!

[@Saucey-]

yeaaa

[@StudioBinder]

Coming soon.

[@mythosforlife]

@@StudioBinder Can't wait!

[@jd0808jd]

Oooo great way to start the morning!

[@StudioBinder]

Better than a cup o' coffee!

[@CarletonTorpin]

8:36 - The Office’s premise is perfectly summed up by Studiobinder

[@StudioBinder]

So much great conflict in that show!

[@davidthescottishvegan]

StudioBinder another fantastic video and good tips to inspire us to create conflict in our videos.

[@StudioBinder]

Thanks for that! That's our goal.

[@assaultmohan1620]

Hello

[@danielarodartecordoba5538]

Please please please Studio Binder, would you do a chapter (or a full playlist) on how to foresee and develop a character's arc?

[@peterkalyabe7553]

Conflict: The Engine and the Soul of a Narrative. Thank you.

[@StudioBinder]

Our pleasure!

[@Naughty-jq2gg]

Thank you so very much❤🙏

[@DelightLovesMovies]

The world is so full of conflict it permeates our entertainment venues as well.

[@StudioBinder]

That's a big draw for people going to the movies - to see conflict play out and hopefully be resolved because it's much easier to resolve conflict in a story than it is in life.

[@Pixelpro1234-h6v]

@@StudioBinder I guess movies oversimplify conflict because they have limited run time for low attention span and to provide a feel-good happy ending for the sake of escapism.

[@bollywoodfightactionreacti9189]

Superb for story writing very helpful ❤❤❤

[@StudioBinder]

It's essential! Thanks for watching.

[@NathTsion7705]

Hi Studio Binder can you do a video about the Goodfellas, Casino, The Departed… and how Scorsese mastering the gangster’s genre in cinema history.

[@NathTsion7705]

Hi Studio Binder 👋🏻👋🏻 Please , do a video about : how Alfred Hitchcock mastering suspens and tension in he’s movies ( and series ).

[@StudioBinder]

We're working on a Hitchcock video now but in the meantime watch this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZyolYWNq5ugrM0si=XsMBUjCamcbjoLBK

[@NathTsion7705]

@@StudioBinder yeah nice , but I prefer ( and I think I’m not the only one) a video about Alfred Hitchcock and he’s films … projects …

[@NathTsion7705]

Hello Studio Binder do a video about The Hangover trilogy and how to create the perfect comedy, and how everything goes wrong.Believe me , if you do that , a lot of people will be watching. You’re welcome .

[@StudioBinder]

That's a good idea. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@PenchalaSiva-m8h]

Love you brother ❤

[@StudioBinder]

You too!

[@NathTsion7705]

Hi Studio Binder 👋🏻 Analyse Die Hard , it’s a very important movie for the cinema history.

[@StudioBinder]

How about this? kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmnIgqdnmM18gdUsi=3dbrGYg62dtVxwD9 😉

[@niklas3595]

"So anyway I used a very common technique in fotography and film..." Some random guy on the internet: "genius"

[@NathTsion7705]

Do a video about the analyse of T-Bag in Prison Break and why he’s the greatest villain in the tv show history.

[@StudioBinder]

We'll look into it. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@meg-k-waldren]

Ironically there is more conflict in real life and short form storytelling than in Hollywood movies anymore. Excessive gatedness, franchise-i-litus, and formulaic-i-tus are reasons movies arent what they used to be. Hollywood is in need of a rennaisance.

[@StudioBinder]

Let's do it!

[@vicentecampos2893]

Another masterclass

[@NathTsion7705]

Do a video how to create the perfect tv show , in different “chapters” like : 1. The Sitcom, 2. Historic , 3.Thriller …

[@StudioBinder]

We'll look into it!

[@NathTsion7705]

@@StudioBinder And the analyse of the character of T-Bag ? Than can be an awesome video .

[@SiddhaanntJagushte]

These videos become undownloadable after some time

[@YoungBlaze]

What are you talking about

[@StudioBinder]

There are ways to download them 😎

[@SiddhaanntJagushte]

@@StudioBinder studio binder suggesting me illegal stuff😲

[@NathTsion7705]

Hi studio Binder I have a god damn idea for you ( yes i have a lot of ideas ) do a video about the Redemption, like for exemple : T-Bag in Prison Break, Dark Vador, Loki….. and more of course

[@byjacquelineb]

Thank you 🤍✨

[@thewhitewolf58]

My issue is when conflict is a weak understanding that can be resolved by a 5 minute conversation, then the movie comes up with reasons to block said conversation. Like characters yelling insults at each other and then running away. My blood boiling on is the turd tier of writing of "just before the main character is about to say something meaningful the other character shoves in some dumb line that makes the main character dead stop and decide to keep the detail to themselves" that can go in the trash. For me a good conflict would be something were it is two seemingly good but different ideas clashing where a debate wont do much.

[@knightimeproductions5532]

I totally agree. Very well said!

[@BlessNgonhama]

Many thanks!

[@geraldricoguevara3340]

Thanks for the download option. Would love to have download button on all your videos so as to access them even when offline. Thank you @studioBinder

[@StudioBinder]

We think maybe KZbin added the button back. But take advantage while you can!

[@geraldricoguevara3340]

@@StudioBinder thank you again, Sir. I remain a loyal student of this channel. 💪❤️

[@erikbihari3625]

Now, this makes you wonder;"can stories without Any conflict not only possibly happen, but maybe actually get classified Good"? Curious challange!

[@sufer8537]

Absolutely yes it can

[@StudioBinder]

It's a great thought experiment but we can't think of a single story without some sort of conflict.

[@xmaniaccc1]

Maybe Perfect Days?

[@erikbihari3625]

@@StudioBinder. Maybe someday, somebody else could make this happen.

[@erikbihari3625]

@@xmaniaccc1. Never heard about this.

[@sherlock_holmes_03]

Please can you make a video on sequels?? How to make them and the timing between two parts ...

[@StudioBinder]

It's definitely on our list, which is a very long list! Stay tuned.

[@daveydave925]

this is gold

[@StudioBinder]

Thanks!

[@Timeless_films]

awesome, so informative

[@coffeefrog]

Would you please consider making a second part to this? I understand those 3 types of conflict. Like, I know that I can use these instruments, but I don't know how to compose the symphony around them. Should I treat them as 3 concurrent subplots each with their own inciting incidents and climaxes? Should they all be representative of each other, such as when lovers break up (interpersonal) because they're on opposite sides of a war (extrapersonal), and if so, how does that work? Are there a multitude of approaches I could take, and how should I choose which one?

[@StudioBinder]

Those are all excellent questions. It's possible that we could return for a sequel. In the meantime, the short answer is to choose the approach that feels most natural to your story and characters. Don't just apply conflict for its own sake. Step One is understand your characters and their motivations. Would they be the type to embrace the conflict, shy away from it, or redirect it? Another bit of advice would be to map out the character conflict first before considering any "extrapersonal conflict." That way, you ensure that the character development and arc is solidified because that's what audiences will care about most. If you need an extra layer of conflict on top of that, then you can see where in the structure you might want to ramp things up a bit.

[@NathTsion7705]

Do a video about the shoots in Panic Room , by David Fincher, I’m sure that can be very interesting .

[@StudioBinder]

We've covered Panic Room a little bit here and there. Check out our David Fincher Directing Style if you haven't already. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGS9hItpeZaXi6ssi=YTs3WQPd4mWgkNSj

[@windowdresser1643]

How about for films like those of Apichatpong Weerasethakul or the film Call Me By Your Name. I notice this films have little to no conflict in them. What do you think drives the narrative for these kinds of films?

[@StudioBinder]

Weerasethakul's films definitely go light on conflict. If it is there, it's very subtle or ambiguous. His work is more about a mood or atmosphere, which has its own appeal. As far as Call Me By Your Name, there's quite a bit of conflict there, it's just under the surface. Elio is very conflicted over his attraction to Oliver. He doesn't externalize that conflict but it's there.

[@k-slay4407]

Another 🔥 video.

[@StudioBinder]

🔥

[@MidKnighttech]

I love your videos

[@StudioBinder]

Thanks! We love makin' 'em.

[@Pixelpro1234-h6v]

I guess movies nowadays oversimplify conflict because they have limited run time for low attention span and to provide a feel-good happy ending for the sake of escapism.

[@StudioBinder]

That's an interesting take. What specific movies are you referring to?

[@ChaosMarine9118]

Just watched the latest Kung Fu Panda yesterday, and it was the biggest waste of time for this exact reason. There was nothing new with the conflict, but in fact mostly just re-hashed from the previous films. The story felt recycled and extremely shallow, like a desperate cash grab. Dialogue felt way too obvious and cliche, and there were no real stakes in the film whatsoever.

[@Pixelpro1234-h6v]

@StudioBinder Movies like Pitch Perfect (2012-2017)? I know it's a musical comedy series, but it had more potential to handle conflicts of relationships with friends, romantic partners, their parents, college life, conflicts within the social hierarchy of sororities and even conflicts within stage life vs. domestic life. But they spent only a little time with these subjects! Of course, I'm not saying it has to be like a social commentary drama (if people don't like that transformation) but the trilogy got more clichéd, characters more shallow and unexplored, same story recycled and there aren't any stakes for me to root for the characters (most of them exist only to make a green comedy joke here and there) and in the final movie I don't even know what is the entire movie is about! They went from singing harmoniously with togetherness in a road trip to jumping of an exploding luxurious boat of a underground mafia with an awkwardly-fast pace!! When the Bella's were saying their final farewell to each other, knowing they probably might not see each other again, I wished I felt something about them instead of being solely for eye candy! They did the same thing with After Trilogy! But just like I said, the movie started, went along and ended too fast with just acapella songs! The Sound of Music and La La Land movies did a better job when it comes to character development and conflict despite being musical comedies! The entire movie trilogy felt like a desperate cash grab like ChaosMarine9118 mentioned!

[@ak-gi3eu]

Pls do video on scene writing.studiobinder❤

[@StudioBinder]

Well, we did do this video on the Anatomy of a Great Scene: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYXYnK2Oa7dobbssi=u-JQ2PrG-0-dy44R

[@TedsWorld101]

@Studiobinder, what is it that you use to provide the information in these videos? Do you reference any books? Can you please share them in the description or in this comment? I’d like to dive deeper.

[@StudioBinder]

A lot of it is pulled from our collective knowledge/education but when we do have specific sources we will usually include quotes in the video. But that's a good idea - we'll start listing "additional resources" in the descriptions. Thanks!

[@TedsWorld101]

@@StudioBinder Many thanks! ❤️

[@MiriamOlsen1-z5c]

Will you be continuing with your exploration of st genres?

[@rickardelimaa]

Would love an essay of kishotenketsu - story without conflict.

[@StudioBinder]

We've been thinking about that topic actually! We just might have to do it.

[@HarvestStore]

Great video.

[@StudioBinder]

Thank you for saying so.

[@erikbihari3625]

Wonder weather the people behind disney's star wars projects seen any videos from this superb channel. Because they seems threw the manual!

[@StudioBinder]

We would be honored if we knew the filmmakers at Disney watched our videos!

[@erikbihari3625]

@@StudioBinder. Given how the"sequel trilogy"turned out, safe bet that they not!

[@NathTsion7705]

Do a video : How they shoot Casino - 1995 ( by Martin Scorsese ).

[@StudioBinder]

There's some stuff on Casino here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnSvnqmYmph3aKMsi=7pF-WaLIncZdL2rb

[@DulinaBandara]

As a person who is using Studiobinder screenwriting software, I think it is very useful and very easy to use. But at the same time, there is problem occurs when generating a pdf. So can you please fix that problem?

[@StudioBinder]

Yes, please contact [e-mail] and they can help you out.

[@DulinaBandara]

@@StudioBinder okay I will

[@escape864]

Please talk about time and space

[@GandharvChoudhry]

Anyone noticed the knocking at 10:11, spooky (probably a fault by the editor)

[@StudioBinder]

That's just the thunder from the Twister clip.

[@brandonscullion]

That's the corner of the drive in screen that is showing The Shining while the tornado hits. If you havent seen Twister, its worth it for that scene alone!

[@yanabage5499]

the voiceover is by Rick and Morty's Observer.

[@kadewade8726]

Need a video about pitching ngl

[@anuvachaudhuri4204]

Can you do a video on the directing style of Greta Gerwig...,. By the way your videos are great...❤❤keep it up!

[@StudioBinder]

She's on our list for sure! Thanks for the suggestion and stay tuned!

[@anuvachaudhuri4204]

Thanks 😊

[@ryanhowell4492]

That's my favorite

[@StudioBinder]

Thanks!

[@NathTsion7705]

Do a video : how to create the perfect action comedy : like Beverly Hills Cop , Rush Hour , Die Hard …

[@StudioBinder]

That would be a fun video. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@NathTsion7705]

Do a video about the Godfather trilogy.

[@StudioBinder]

We've done a lot of videos on The Godfather I and II but maybe we'll do something about the entire trilogy someday. kzbin.info/www/bejne/npuogGafn7uqibcsi=sOrBTYfyo5aOeK29

[@chrismiller7454]

How about "inciting incident"? When will that show.

[@Pixelpro1234-h6v]

I think they'd already done that!

[@for_your_health_drangus]

came for writing advice, stayed for the use of Boards of Canada

[@StudioBinder]

Win win!

[@tyroneross2433]

Wait a minute! We talk about character conflict but never the viewer conflict! Should get the large tub of popcorn for a quarter more or do we get the super-sized Coke instead? Conflicts exist outside of the film as well as inside! LOL!!! But seriously, a compelling conflict should be the focus for every character. Have you ever watched a movie where if a character just stayed home and did not go outside, they could avoid disaster? It is a classic Greek prophecy tragedy where no matter what you do, fate has sealed your future. But many times I find that if a character had done the simplest thing, like Ben and Yoda telling Luke the truth about his family, so much pain could be avoided. But then, we would be deprived of the drama of Luke dealing with the truth of his family, making him the hero that loses in order to win. That is certainly good storytelling. But it is also a subtle mix character personality and difficulty of circumstance that makes for a good conflict within the story. STUDIOBINDER, another great lesson! EXCELSIOR!!!

[@stephenshilling6058]

Why don't you make a video on how amazing the sequel trilogy of Star wars is?

[@alfonta]

cant decide in what genre John Goodman is the best performance ? pixar/cohen brothers/j j Abram's thats a conflict

[@littleredruri]

wut

[@StudioBinder]

Goodman absolutely shines in Coen Brothers movies!

[@Tbrooks202]

“Peter has to address his guilt (head on)”

[@StudioBinder]

👆😂

[@cwebekilehadebe2532]

Thou not directly a film...I think Moonknight provides an interesting juxtaposition of these 3 conflict types

[@StudioBinder]

Interesting example! How so?

[@bragehove467]

Joker 2 writers should´ve watched this video

[@StudioBinder]

Was it as bad as people are saying it is?

[@bragehove467]

@@StudioBinder yes.

[@elijah.j3288]

Fifty fifty 2:35. What if the relatable company was a Mall. 8:42 how do you avoid that👨🏽‍💻💁🏽‍♂️

[@StudioBinder]

🤔

[@Novastar.SaberCombat]

If only more people recognized exemplary work from independent creators. Instead, they keep goin' back to Zon, Didnay, Hollywon't, etc. 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨ "Before I start, I must see my end. Destination known, my mind's journey now begins. Upon my chariot, heart and soul's fate revealed. In time, all points converge; hope's strength, resteeled. But to earn final peace at the universe's endless refrain, we must see all in nothingness... before we start again." 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨ --Diamond Dragons (series)

[@StudioBinder]

Thanks for watching!

[@benjikanji-thecreator]

Likes are not matching views, stop bringing unnecessary conflicts and hit that like like you fear disobedience 😂❤

[@StudioBinder]

Amen!

[@ragulprasath5646]

❤

[@StudioBinder]

❤

[@WhiteBloggerBlackSpecs]

YOU ARE A CHILD'S PLAY THING!! 🤏🏻

[@freeyourmind112358]

This is not how to write conflict. It is an explanation of the different types

[@wesleybrehm9386]

Not first!

[@StudioBinder]

Better luck next time!

[@docstockandbarrel]

👍🏻

[@ConsecrationChronicles]

4:38

[@rakimescobar]

spoilers for toy story & casablanca is c r a z y

[@brandonscullion]

😝

[@StudioBinder]

Here's how we think of it - Casablanca may be 80+ years old but there are still people who have never seen it. We take spoilers very seriously because you only get one chance to see a movie for the first time and we don't want to be responsible for ruining that experience for anyone.

[@shannonhepperlin486]

“How does copyright work” great title for a video eh

[@gunnshell]

Huh?

[@shannonhepperlin486]

I have been trying to get these guys to do a video on the topic of copyright and rights to adaptations for some time now

[@gunnshell]

@@shannonhepperlin486 ah ok

[@StudioBinder]

🔥

[@ramonvalencia5719]

I feel conflicted.

[@StudioBinder]

Well, you are the main character in your life story!

[@269productions]

Forget about the f'in toe!

[@AutumnBrazzle]

ebooksbyai AI fixes this. Writing the Main Story Conflict

[@StudioBinder]

Thanks for watching!

[@Aweng_Zweng]

How to create conflict? Just ask my ex GF. She is an expert in that matter! :)

[@Serif77-uf5pr]

That’s stupid. If there’s no conflict, no story. Of course you can write a story without conflict .. just not an entertaining one.

[@daniel_french]

Stop censoring!!!!!

[@gunnshell]

Stop misspelling!!! 🙄

[@daniel_french]

@@gunnshell fixed, point still stands.

[@StudioBinder]

A lot of our content gets shown in schools so we're just trying to make it possible for everyone to see it.

[@notveiga5779]

Please use good movies as example and not modern dumb movies who worry with silly things.

[@brandonscullion]

Please send me a list of the examples you would use.

[@For_Saken666]

شكرا على اضاعة وقتي، لم اتعلم اي شيئ من فيديو سوى معلومات عامة سخيفة الكل يعرفها بطريقة او بأخرى.

[@StudioBinder]

Sorry to have wasted your time. Thanks for watching anyway.