The Pre-Pre-Production Podcast

High-Concept Thriller


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How to develop high-concept thriller screenplay that blends technology with psychological thriller elements? Watch two story developers transform "Blockchain Assassin" from title to complete feature film concept through real-time creative collaboration.

This episode demonstrates screenplay development techniques as hosts create a movie treatment with commercial appeal and production viability.

Character Development:

  • Morally complex protagonists - Matthew Clark, brilliant, wronged programmer
  • Antagonist construction - Connor Winchester, privileged tech executive
  • Supporting character integration - boxer-killer and corrupt lawyer
  • Character arc progression from sympathy to moral ambiguity

Plot Structure Excellence:

  • Three-act construction with escalating consequences
  • Concept escalation from personal revenge to societal chaos
  • Genre fusion - tech thriller meets dark comedy
  • Twist integration maintaining audience engagement

For Indie Filmmakers:Perfect budget-conscious storytelling with commercial potential. Learn location efficiency and character-driven action creating high-stakes drama without expensive production.

For Screenwriters:

  • High-concept premise development from idea to treatment
  • Character psychology construction for morally ambiguous protagonists
  • Genre-blending techniques creating unique market positioning
  • Story development fundamentals and plot construction methods

For Film Executives:

  • Market analysis of tech thriller concepts with broad audience appeal
  • Budget considerations for technology-themed narratives
  • Audience targeting for dark comedy thrillers
  • Commercial viability assessment of original concepts

Concept Testing: Study premise validation and what makes concepts immediately compelling. Learn buzzword integration for marketable concepts while maintaining character-driven storytelling.

Tone Management: Critical for genre balance - maintaining dark comedy elements while exploring themes of revenge and corruption. Fargo-style tone keeping audiences engaged despite questionable protagonists.

Professional Development Process: From initial brainstorming through character creation, plot construction, and market positioning.

"Blockchain Assassin" represents original content development streaming platforms seek - technology-relevant themes, universal conflicts, manageable production requirements, and built-in audience hooks.

Watch simple concepts evolve into complex narratives through collaborative creativity. Perfect for creative writing workshops, film development teams, and content creation courses.

Essential for: screenwriters, indie filmmakers, film executives, content developers, and anyone learning professional storytelling processes for modern audiences.

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The Pre-Pre-Production PodcastBy Jentner Parke