Goals – Driving the Narrative
As with every story element described in this series, the goal relates directly back to the idea of conflict. To reiterate, in its most basic form, conflict is when someone wants something and another person doesn’t want them to have it. More specifically, narrative conflict is typically when one character proactively pursues a goal, which […]
The 10 Commandments Of Goal-Setting For Screenwriters
Goals are not just for the characters in your screenplay. They’re for you too! Screenwriters should set goals to keep them on track and to separate the professional from the amateur writers. Goals are a great tool to keep you organized and focused on your writing. They are not a straitjacket or a prison. They […]
