The Writer's Journey: Mythic Structure For Writers - Christopher Vogler [FULL INTERVIEW]

0:00 - Impact Of Myths And Fairy Tales On Modern Stories
10:58 - 8 Common Character Types Writers Should Know
28:26 - 12 Stages Of The Hero's Journey
51:12 - How The Hero's Journey Helps Writers With Their Characters
1:03:22 - The Hero's Journey Is Not A Formula
1:15:52 - How To Write A Character's Death
1:31:54 - The Big Problem With American Movies
1:40:45 - How Writers Can Use Symbols To Improve Their Stories
1:51:44 - You Don't Have To Suffer To Be An Artist But You Should Understand This
2:05:04 - This Is Why It Doesn't Matter If Every Story Has Been Told
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Christopher Vogler made documentary films as an Air Force officer before studying film production at the University of Southern California, where he encountered the ideas of mythologist Joseph Campbell and observed how they influenced the story design of the first Star Wars movie. He worked as a story consultant in the development departments of 20th Century Fox, Walt Disney Pictures and Animation, and Paramount Pictures, and wrote an influential memo on Campbell’s Hero’s Journey concept that led to his involvement in Disney’s Aladdin, The Lion King and Hercules. After the publication of The Writer’s Journey, he had a hand in developing the stories of many productions, including Disney’s remake of 101 Dalmatians, Fox’s Fight Club, Courage Under Fire, Volcano, The Thin Red Line and many others. Vogler lives in Los Angeles, California.
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[@mageprometheus]

Thank you. It took me 3 hours as there were plenty of notes to take.

[@filmcourage]

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[@TalesFromSchwarzwald]

One of the best summaries on mythological archetypes out there! Thank you very much for such an amazing interview with Mr. Vogler!

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We are proud to share this one!

[@cchoi108]

Great questions for Mr Vogler! Naturally we've all read his work a million times lol, but your questions really brought out a lot of dimensions. That was a phenomenal 10 Minute summary. I'm going to transcribe that bit and use it as my guide.

[@danieljackson654]

A magical two hours well spent. Thank you. It is always good to dip in the River of Creative Intelligence on a periodic basis.

[@filmcourage]

Great to hear! Thank you for your continued support Daniel!

[@rohailkhan5128]

📚 Great Learning about Mythical Archetypes, creating Stories of Heroes and Fairy Tales 📺 👏 Christopher Vogler is an Iconic Writer, instrumental towards the success of Walt Disney and similar movies.

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woooow this is epic. I read his book. and now a full length interview!!

[@filmcourage]

Great! We hope you find some added insights here.

[@cloveleeproductions]

This was very insightful! I love how you portrayed the character arcs and the heroes journey. I will definitely utilize these pointers in my writing.

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Glad it was helpful!

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[@dariushcreates]

The man himself!

[@filmcourage]

Yes indeed!

[@ashimaprashar1]

The Indian documentary about birds that Chris speaks of around the 1:38:00 mark is Shaunak Sen's 'All that breathes' :) ♥️

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This man is so sincere and generous. I really enjoyed this.

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Thank you SO MUCH for posting this!

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Amazing interview - film courage is so valuable to writers/filmmakers.

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Love this one!

[@mrjohnbaseley]

Thankyou so much for the insight.

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[@geoffreynhill2833]

Mr Vogler is so right about American heroes. Try English hero Tommy Atherstone in "Green Fire", IngramSpark, Geoff Nelson Hill. 😉

[@v_vlps]

Thank you thank you thank you, I really needed this full interview ❤ helped me a lot

[@filmcourage]

We are grateful for our time with Mr. Vogler! It is a privilege to hear his insights into life and storytelling.

[@EDRISSALEXIS21]

Gained great knowledge from this interview. Thanks. I'll be revisiting this one many times.

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[@EDRISSALEXIS21]

@@filmcourage This channel is So Dayummm AWESOME!! THANK YOU! I had NOT yet seen THIS version of the "Hero's Journey". These will continue to provide great reliable guidelines!! Love it!!

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This is pure gold.

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Lol yeah the GOAT himself.

[@chrismahan]

This is fantastic! Thank You!

[@filmcourage]

You got it Chris!

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[@ernestocaro9802]

Excellent video (as usual) I love the way he breaks down every type of character

[@catchyovibe]

Your best questions are the authentic ones you ask on the spot. The questions you write down for guests need more sauce, they are dry.

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Thank you! ❤

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Great show!

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Thank you so much Shadia!

[@Brasidas69]

I saw the video - bought the book.

[@loveall101]

Love the Hero's Journey! Have any of you listened to the podcast, "The Ancient Tradition"? I just listened to a fascinating episode where they tie the "Hero's Journey" to a cosmic battle in the Heavens. Very, very interesting...in light of Joseph Campbell's research....OH, AND IT EVEN MENTIONS THIS GUY- Christopher Vogler!

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Sounds like a good listen!

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[@BlackMita]

Hero

[@athousandgreatbooks]

Is there an anti-hero's journey? How does it depart from the stages of the hero's journey? Asking for a tragedy.

[@anhumblemessengerofthelawo3858]

When, in life, catalyst isn't used, opportunities can dry up. The anti-hero is he whose life, intended for joy, turns sour. It's not fun to watch a life be wasted.

[@athousandgreatbooks]

​@@anhumblemessengerofthelawo3858pictorially, I'm seeing hero's journey as a V or a valley, and the anti hero's journey as an inverted V like a hill.

[@v_vlps]

​@@athousandgreatbooksthat's a very interesting thought. Can you think of some examples in any movie? I'm curious, and particularly drawn to antiheroes 🙈

[@bygmesterfinnegan6938]

There is. There is a magnificient short story by the Turkish author refik Halit Karay that would translate as "Peach Gardens". I would advise you to check it out after reading on the transition from the ottoman empire to the Turkish republic. There are probably more conventional examples but this comes to my mind. Edit: I think I misunderstood your question. You are asking about the journey of an anti-hero. I gave the example as an anti heros-journey. But still, its a short read if you can find it.

[@bygmesterfinnegan6938]

If you can find an english pdf that is..

[@passportandbeer]

Would like to see a Heroines Journey interview

[@RaikenXion]

the "hero's journey" applies to both *Men* and *Women* in equal terms.

[@ambrosewetherbee8301]

Joseph Campbell's work, specifically The Hero with A Thousand Faces, should be required reading for all writers.

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