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73: New Status Quo (Movement 6)

How has the Hero’s perspective changed about the World they left at the story’s beginning? Has the Hero transformed that world because of their journey? Join Adam and Devin for some Storyosophy!

Story Breakdown: Home Alone (Part 2)

In this episode we conclude our breakdown of the Christmas classic “Home Alone.” Why is the climax of this movie so exciting and hysterical? How do John Hughes and Chris Columbus balance over-the-top hyperbole with emotional relatability. Join Devin and Adam for some StoryOsophy!

Story Breakdown: Home Alone (Part 1)

In this episode, we begin our belated breakdown of the Christmas classic “Home Alone.” What makes this movie such an enjoyable holiday experience? Why do we love John Hughes as an expert story architect? Devin and Adam wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

71: Objective Attained (Movement 6)

What is the result of your Hero’s choices in the Climax? Do they achieve their desired outcome or fail in their intended objective? Join Adam and Devin for some Storyosophy!

70: Climax 3 – Now or Never (Movement 6)

What final “Do or Die” moment brings your Climax to a conclusion? Does your Hero have an ace up their sleeve? Or is it the Antagonist?

69: Climax 2 – Breakthrough – Crossing the Fifth Threshold (Movement 5)

A quick apology to storyosophers. We ran into a major technical issue with our platform so this episode is a bit late to your ears. We do our best to release our episodes every week, but sometimes technology gets in the way.

What pivotal revelation does your Hero discover? How does this “A-ha” moment reflected within previous events in your story?

68: Climax 1 – Showdown (Movement 5)

How does your Hero respond to a face to face with the Antagonist now? Who has the upper hand in this moment?

67: Enemies Gain Ground (Movement 5)

In this episode we explore the story event Enemies Gain Ground. How does your Antagonist corner or put more pressure on your Hero? How does your Hero respond to these higher stakes?

66: Things Go Wrong (Movement 5)

In this episode we discuss the story event Things Go Wrong. What complications or disruptions happen to your Hero’s plan? How does your Hero approach these obstacles now after their discoveries from Act 2?

65: Putting the Plan into Action (Movement 5)

How do your Hero, Allies, and Antagonist plan to achieve their goal once and for all? Do we know all of their plan or only part of it? Join Devin and Adam as they discuss the first story event of Act 3 and Movement 5… Putting the Plan Into Action.

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