Based on John Truby's masterclasses, Anatomy of Story delves into concepts and archetypes drawn from philosophy and mythology to transform them into an updated technique for writing screenplays with great narrative depth. Truby's method is as brilliant as it is practical. Its development is based on the emotional and moral growth of its protagonists, and offers readers —both professionals and amateurs— a multitude of tools and specific techniques to make the characters make sense and the audience connect with them; it also provides resources for constructing surprising plots, always with the personal stamp of the author himself. The 22 steps for composing a screenplay that Truby proposes can be applied to all kinds of writings, from novels and short stories, to journalistic articles, memoirs, and essays. They are, however, in the screenplay where they have proven their greatest effectiveness.
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