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Section BHE · protagonist 55 entries 25 August 2026

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  1. Plot Point: Introduction

    The essence of 'plot point' is the essence of drama, yet I find it hard to define. There will always…

    2 min
  2. Act One: No Inciting Incident

    BRUBAKER strays from the traditional structure because of its offbeat First Act. It lacks an Inciting Incident, nor does it…

    2 min
  3. The Three-Act Character

    In her PLOT CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOP, Linda Aronson discusses THE INSIDER as an example of a flawed script. The film not…

    2 min
  4. POV: Omniscient Point of View

    In an Australian government document relating to script development I found the term 'omnipotent POV'. In a specialised screenwriting magazine…

    2 min
  5. Shifting POV

    Often when filmmakers use the term 'omniscient point of view', I believe what they really mean is: 'shifting point of…

    2 min
  6. POV: McKee’s View

    "The more time spent with a character, the more opportunity to witness his choices. The result is more empathy and…

    2 min