Yang Writes

By Yang Hu

Yang teaches the craft of screenwriting by reviewing the latest movies and series; studying classic movies; and talking a little bit of screenwriting theory.

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The podcast currently has 9 episodes available.

Yang Writes episodes:

June 21, 2021 Why Screenwriting Is a Thankless Job
Yang talks about the pursuing screenwriting as a career and why the industry doesn't give screenwriters the recognition and compensation they deserve.
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16min
June 17, 2021 Cruella (2021) Review | How to Write the Tragedy/Comedy Paradox
Yang reviews Disney's Cruella and discusses the difficulty of writing a tragic story in a comedic way.
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18min
June 15, 2021 Nobody (2021) Review
Yang reviews Nobody and talks about the importance of world building when writing action movies.
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12min
June 09, 2021 A Quiet Place Part 2 (2021) Movie Review
Yang reviews A Quiet Place Part II and gives his tips on how to write sequels.
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16min
January 03, 2021 Why When Harry Met Sally is the Best Movie Ever Written
In this episode, we talk about why When Harry Met Sally is a must-have for anyone looking to up their screenwriting game.

We go in-depth on the importance of separating plot and theme; how to use a framing device; how to use metaphor to reinforce theme; and much more!
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16min
July 20, 2020How to Write Compelling Characters - The Gentlemen (2020) Movie Review
Yang reviews Guy Ritchie's latest movie, The Gentlemen, and gives practical advice on how to write compelling characters.
Topics:
The Difference Between a Character Being Unique And Being Compelling
The Importance of Knowing Your Character's Purpose
Clarity of Theme Leads to Compelling Characters

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Twitter:
@8_8MPH
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14min
July 19, 2020How to Write a Bio-Pic - Radioactive (2020) Movie Review
Yang reviews Amazon Originals's new movie, Radioactive and goes into detail about what it takes to write a compelling bio-pic.
Topics:
The Importance of a Centralized Antagonist
Why Nobody Cares About History
How to Use Metaphor to Make History Relevant Today

Keep in Touch:
Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2vW1yMMdiEaQZ7gFtZ-Bww/
Twitter:
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15min
July 17, 2020 How to Write the Central Dramatic Question - The Old Guard (2020) Movie Review
Yang reviews Netflix's new original movie, The Old Guard, and talks about the importance of the central dramatic question and how to construct the plot around it.
Topics:
1. How to Write the Central Dramatic Question
2. How to Use Action to Create Compelling Characters
3. How to Write Lore in Movies

Keep in Touch:
Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2vW1yMMdiEaQZ7gFtZ-Bww/
Twitter:
@8_8MPH
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13min
July 15, 2020 How to Write Historical Action Movies - Greyhound (2020) Movie Review
Yang reviews Apple TV+’s new movie, Greyhound, and talks about the three things you can learn from this movie to help you write a better historical action movie.
Topics:
1. How to Use Character Attributes to Strengthen Plot
2. What is a Framing Device?
3. Why You Must Escalate Plot after the Midpoint

Keep in Touch:
Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2vW1yMMdiEaQZ7gFtZ-Bww/
Twitter:
@8_8MPH
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11min

FAQs about Yang Writes:

How many episodes does Yang Writes have?

The podcast currently has 9 episodes available.