Scenes vs. Sequences
Robert McKee teaches the difference between minor, moderate and major change in story, and how the principle applies to each medium.
How Do You Find a Character’s Inner Flaw?
Robert McKee teaches how writers can use the principle of character dimensions to create contradictions and flaws.
Do Writers Need Conflict In Their Lives In Order To Be Creative?
Robert McKee discusses how writers can use limitations and conflict in life to fuel their creativity.
Should You Write What You Know or Write What You Love?
Robert McKee explains how the love of a subject fuels the writer’s need to know it deeply enough to create an insightful story.
Genre Choices in Love Stories
Robert McKee discusses the different options available when choosing the point of view in your Love Story.
Robert McKee’s New York Seminars – Spring 2020
Update: New York STORY and TV DAY Seminars The McKee Team has been monitoring the constantly changing situation closely over the last few months. With a travel ban now in place, and Governor Cuomo announcing gathering restrictions and theatre closures in NYC, we are...Robert McKee’s Los Angeles Seminars – Spring 2020
Update: Los Angeles STORY and LOVE STORY Day Seminars Due to the increased spread of coronavirus in California, the spring Los Angeles STORY and LOVE STORY Day seminars have been postponed until fall (Oct 15-18). All existing registrations for March have been migrated...Personal Style vs. Cliché
Robert McKee explains whether there is a difference between developing a personal writing style and stealing from yourself.
Why Story?
It is the writer’s work to create meaning. Learn how at Robert McKee’s STORY seminar.
The Steps to Writing for Television
Robert McKee offers advice on the step-by-step process and different routes towards becoming a television writer.