Tag: story architect

74: Tying Up Loose Ends (Movement 6)

How do you bring closure and resolution to your story? How do you make sure all your setups have satisfactory payoffs? Next on Storyosophy. Join Devin and Adam for some Storyosophy!

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!

72: Road Back (Movement 6)

What is the Return like for the Hero? Smooth-going, bumpy, reflective? Do they Journey Home or stay in the new World? Join Devin and Adam for some Storyosophy!

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?

61: Hero’s Darkest Moment (Movement 4)

In this episode we discuss the story event Hero’s Darkest Moment. How does your Hero face their Shadow or Source of Antagonism internally? What is this Dark Night of the Soul really about?

56: New Direction (Movement 3)

How does your story’s quest or adventure open up here? How can you use it to provide a breathe of fresh before your crisis?

54: Close Call (Movement 3)

How does your Hero react to crossing into the Danger Zone? Did they survive unharmed? What new realizations do they have? Join Devin and Adam as they explore the first story event in Movement 3, the Close Call.

52: Approaching the Danger Zone (Movement 2)

How does your hero react as they near the second threshold of change? How do they negotiate their first encounters with the force of antagonism?

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