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Jay Sherer wants to learn everything about storytelling. He interviews screenwriters, novelists, directors, literary agents, producers, and anyone else who knows about the business of storytelling. Plus he studies screenwriting, prose, writing, and the business models driving film, television, and novels. Learn along side Jay about How Stories Work--not just how to write them, but also how to sell them and get them made. Join the network of storytellers trying to improve, grow, and make valuable connections!
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Wednesday Mar 09, 2022
Wednesday Mar 09, 2022
Iron Man's Near-Perfect Storytelling - A Writer Breaks Down Iron Man (2008)
On today's show, I tackle the original Iron Man (2008)! Why do people love this movie so much? Well, it has a lot to do with the storytellers and writers. I break down how the storytellers and writers behind Iron Man crafted a compelling plot, put Tony Stark through a great character arc, and built the film around a strong premise, interesting themes, and a great concept. Listen in for a complete breakdown of how Iron Man works!
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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):
- Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
- Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
- Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw
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- Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
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REFERENCES:
- The Art of Dramatic Writing: https://amzn.to/3rM7MjZ
- Syd Field's The Screenwriter's Workbook: https://amzn.to/3HNCjnp
- Lisa Cron's Wired for Story: https://amzn.to/3MwKA2W
- Karl Iglesias' Writing for Emotional Impact: https://amzn.to/3KgvPPu
What's your take on Iron Man (2008)? Let me know in the comments!