Could the Inciting Incident Be Placed In a Flashback?
Robert McKee teaches the benefits and pitfalls of delaying your Inciting Incident, with reference to KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN and THE SIXTH SENSE.
read moreIs it Necessary to Plan Your Story?
McKee discusses the benefits of planning your story and the dangers of “the Vesuvius school of writing”.
read moreHow Do I Write Natural Dialogue?
Robert McKee explains how poorly handled exposition can lead to ineffective dialogue.
read moreWhat Is the Truth of Your Story?
Robert McKee teaches the importance of expressing your view of how and why life changes, within your story.
read moreShould an “Aspiring Writer” Ever Give Up?
Robert McKee discusses the time involved in mastering the craft, and how a writer should be pragmatic when assessing their career trajectory.
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What Is Storynomics?
Storynomics illuminates what story is, why story works and, most importantly, how storytelling in business translates into economic and leadership success.
read moreWhat Are You Willing To Risk?
How do you picture success as a writer? Whether you’re already writing an acceptance speech, or simply dreaming of seeing your work produced or published, new writers rarely consider the realities of achieving success.
read moreWhat is the Difference Between Didacticism and Meaning in a Story?
Robert McKee explains the difference between lecturing your audience and creating a meaningful work of art.
read moreWhat Is the Difference Between Mood and Emotion?
Robert McKee teaches the difference between mood and emotion, and which is more important in the telling of a story.
read moreHow Do You Position Your Audience When Combining Genres?
Robert McKee teaches the key to positioning your audience when combining multiples styles of storytelling, with reference to THE FISHER KING.
read moreDo Writers Need Conflict In Their Lives In Order To Be Creative?
Robert McKee teaches the necessity of “staying hungry” as a writer, and discusses the dangers of being too comfortable.
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A Simple Favor (2018)
If you are looking for a breezy, fun crime story, A SIMPLE FAVOR delivers just that. But for the writer looking to study a fine work, the film offers skillfully executed examples of three key writing principles.
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