story development

You may often be told not to make things too straightforward or easy for your story’s protagonist. They shouldn’t just be able to reach their goal unhindered, be their constant …

What is external conflict? Learn the definition, see key examples from film, and discover how to use it to create compelling tension in your screenplay.

If you’re an aspiring screenwriter trying to break into the industry, you’ve likely heard the term “script coverage” before. But what exactly is script coverage and why does it matter? …

A short history of the stock character and how writers can still use them today to help develop their stories.

To quote Robert McKee, “When the protagonist steps out of the Inciting Incident, he enters a world governed by the Law of Conflict. To wit: Nothing moves forward in a …

This article teaches you how to write a good story, no matter where you are in you script writing journey (no skill level required).

Desolate Dreams is a dramatic short film by Kex Studios set in 1942 downtown Los Angeles. Based on real events, Desolate Dreams follows an African American journalist who advocates for …