robert mckee

1. R19

   Plot Point: Brainstorming Plot Points

   Writing a first draft is in essence brainstorming plot points and writing them down in a more or less chronological…

   3 min
2. R20

   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
3. R21

   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
4. R22

   Bringing Up Baby

   I was surprised to read the following quote from respected Australian screenwriter Keith Thompson: "an overt focus on structure may…

   6 min
5. R23

   Anyone Can Cook

   Earlier this year, a friend of mine bought an expensive High Definition Video camera. He had saved up for it…

   6 min
6. R24

   NOT Story

   Last year I attended Linda Aronson's PLOT CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOP and was disappointed with her analysis of Michael Mann's THE INSIDER.…

   8 min