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The Journey, the Destination, and Movie Lego

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December 14, 2021 Scriptnotes, Transcribed

John and Craig examine how writers balance the needs of each scene while keeping the entire story in mind. Then it’s another a round of the Three Page Challenge, where we look at scenes submitted by our listeners. We offer advice for gimmicky reveals, honest character reactions, and consistent POV.

Also this week: open writing assignments, and a checklist of what writers need to know before pursuing one.

In our bonus segment for premium members, what to do when you get bored with what you’re writing. Is that a sign to bail or buckle down?

Links:

  • WGA Introduces Project Page check out the pdf here.
  • Follow along with our Three Page Challenges: Firebird by Benjamin Blattberg, The Drawing by Todd William Knack, Perdition by Terry Rietta, Ten Million by Helen Sedwick
  • Nite Ize SlapLit LED Slap Wrap
  • The New 16 inch MacBook Pro
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  • Craig Mazin on Twitter
  • John August on Twitter
  • John on Instagram
  • Outro by Ryan Gerberding (send us yours!)
  • Scriptnotes is produced by Megana Rao and edited by Matthew Chilelli.

Email us at ask@johnaugust.com

You can download the episode here.

UPDATE 1-19-21 The transcript for this episode can be found here.

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