Write Along with David and Cargill

Write Along with David and Cargill

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  • Ep. 20 – The only two times you should abandon a story

    Cargill and David discuss the importance of networking at festivals, and when you should consider abandoning a story.

    Read up on why I will not read your script.

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  • Ep. 19 – What they really want is to feel

    Cargill and David respond to several of your emails, including tips on screenwriting software, when/how to use physical descriptions, as well as what makes a great ending.

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  • Ep. 18 – A bad play where the heroes are right

    Cargill and David discuss the importance of having an easily remembered pen name, and dive into the four major components of character. You can read more about these components in the writings of K.M. Weiland.

    • Can you structure characters?
    • The Lie
    • Want vs. Needs
    • The Ghost

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    • Ep. 17 – A roadmap to art

      Cargill and David discuss things to avoid when handing out scripts, and whether you can use words like “Camera” or “We see.”

      See the following tweets referenced in today’s episode:

      • Jim Bond’s original tweet
      • Rian Johnson’s response
      • James Mangold’s response
      • Guillermo Del Toro’s response
      • Craig Maizin’s response
      • Cargill’s tweet

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      • Ep. 16 – Option Value

        Cargill and David discuss if/when/how you should option another piece of work that you’re interested in adapting.

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      • Ep. 15 – The three dimensions of characters

        Cargill and David discuss the difference between 1D, 2D, and 3D characters.

        Check out Cargill’s tweet on the subject.

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      • Ep. 14 – The premise is the special effect

        Cargill and David discuss some tips for how to make a low-budget movie that all takes place in one location.

        Check out the Smithsonian Magazine article where Teller shares his secrets.

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      • Ep. 13 – Share joy

        Cargill and David discuss when something is considered plagiarism. Also Cargill shares the story of an inspirational friend.

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      • Ep. 12 – Make the most interesting choice

        Cargill and David discuss how to make internal conflicts interesting, and how the audience perceives it when that doesn’t happen.

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      • Ep. 11 – Write your pain

        Cargill and David discuss their top 10 films of 2018, and Cargill dives into how Bodied is a great example of translating painful experiences into art.

        • Watch David’s top 10 films of 2018 on YouTube
        • Watch the music video for Look What You Made Me Do
        • Watch the music video for Bad Blood
        • Watch Bodied on YouTube

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        About Write Along with David and Cargill

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        C. Robert Cargill is a screenwriter, novelist, and former film critic. In this podcast, he's joined by film critic David Chen to discuss his advice from his two decades in the entertainment industry. Find more episodes of the show at writealongpodcast.com and email us at [email protected]

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