Could My Story Have Two Inciting Incidents?
When it comes to starting a story, is less more, or is more more? Robert McKee explains why any writing question that starts with “Could I?” has the same answer, then provides insight into inciting incidents. Quotes of the Week “When you start to write...How Do I Use Story in a Keynote Address?
Robert McKee explains why, how, when, and where Story is best used in public speaking. Quotes of the Week: “People don’t have 30 seconds to be interrupted, but they always have 30 minutes to hear a good story.” – Jon Thomas “Why...Truth and Myth in Story
Robert McKee explains the importance of not conflating myth and truth, and how writers must approach writing the truth regardless of genre.
GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY (2014)
Bass Wakil reviews Marvel’s surprise hit GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY (2015). Bass is the co-author with Robert McKee on their upcoming book ACTION: The Art of Excitement.
Should I Let My Story Go Wherever It Wants?
Robert McKee explains the role of the writer’s subconscious and conscious mind in creating a story, and the ideal relationship between the two.