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Memo from the Story Department - Secrets of Structure and Character

Christopher Vogler, David Mckenna

Publisher: Michael Wiese Productions

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Memo From the Story Department offers a battery of storygenerating engines and storyimproving tools, and reliable methods tested on hundreds of Hollywood productions. It goes far beyond the standard advice given in most screenwriting manuals. Drawn from sources as varied as vaudeville, classical Greek comedies, and Russian fairy tales, the book outlines a series of practical templates for creating believable characters and emotionally satisfying plots.
Available since: 11/01/2011.

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