Screenwriter’s Compass Character As True North
Screenwriter’s Compass Character As True North by Guy Gallo, published by Taylor & Francis Group on February 4, 2016, is a 200-page exploration of screenwriting that emphasizes the importance of character in storytelling. This edition presents a fresh perspective on how effective screen narratives are deeply rooted in the vivid imagining and presentation of characters, addressing the common disconnect viewers may feel despite high production values.
Readers will find practical ideas and concepts designed to enhance their screenwriting skills, focusing on motivation and voice to create engaging screenplays. The book does not provide rigid formulas but instead equips writers with the tools to navigate their creative processes and express their unique visions. By examining the geography of imagination, Gallo encourages writers to develop characters that resonate with audiences, ultimately fostering a deeper connection between the viewer and the story.
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Ever watch a movie, and despite great production value, fantastic action sequences, a great cast, etc, you come away thinking-I just didn’t buy it. Chances are it was because you didn’t care about the characters. Screenwriter’s Compass presents a new way of approaching screenwriting, examining how effective screen storytelling must be grounded in the vivid imagining and presentation of character.
Screenwriter’s Compass will not offer formulas to follow but instead will give you the tools needed to chart your own path to screenwriting success. It details useful ways of thinking about writing, as well as practical ideas and concepts to help you discover the unique geography of your own imagination and navigate the problems posed by the struggle to express vision, agenda, and story. You’ll learn how to root your writing in motivation and voice, to create screenplays that seduce and make your reader lean forward, and, most importantly, identify with your characters.
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