Andrew Stanton Storytelling

NotesQ
– Simple opening dialogue, repetitive, stays on topic of the protagonist’s accomplishments, establishing him as an overachiever.
– Juxtaposition of unusually friendly dialogue of the chief inspector and his cronies with the stern dialogue of the protagonist subtly suggests that the inspector and cronies have ulterior motives.

– Story goal: like a joke, everything works to the goal of the punchline, make people care
– Beginning: Make a promise
– Hide the fact that people are working for their meal
– Create characters with a subconscious drive in all of their choices
– Drama is anticipation mingled with uncertainty
– Create tension/anticipation
– Storytelling has guidelines, not hard fast rules
– A strong theme is always running through a well told story
– Invoke wonder
– Capture a truth from your experiences
Summary: In order to tell a compelling story, one must create a sense of tension and wonder throughout the story while maintaining a driving force through the protagonists’ choices.

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