What is the biggest thing you learned as a writer that you would want to share with other writers in regards to characters and storytelling?
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Know STRUCTURE! This was told to me by many writers - both TV and Film - over the years. They were all paid and working.
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Enter a scene late and leave it early. Know what every character in your scene wants. Learn to write subtext. Only write what moves the story forward.
need to study psychology
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Not sure if this is for everyone, but for me, I need to outline and know my major plot points.
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make sure your characters have a purpose. They should exist to help move the story/characters forward. They should not just be fillers.
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The economy of words and script pages are valuable creative real estate. Don't waste them with non-value-added material.
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Josiah, the biggest thing I've learned as far as characters and storytelling are concerned: Make doggone sure your characters face real obstacles...real conflicts.