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Author: Robert McKee

Narrator: Ryan

Format: MP3

IBSN: 9780060391683

Language: English

Publish Date: 01/01/1997

Audiobook length: 31 min

Contents

Chapter 1Overview
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Chapter 2Why are most movies so mediocre?
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Chapter 3How to create a good story?
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Chapter 4How to tell a good story on screen?
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Chapter 5Summary & Review
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Why listen to Story

Listening to the summary audiobook of "Story" by Robert McKee is essential for anyone interested in storytelling, whether in writing, film, or other mediums. McKee, a renowned screenwriting guru, distills complex narrative concepts into accessible insights that illuminate the mechanics of compelling storytelling. By engaging with the summary, listeners can quickly grasp key principles such as character development, plot structure, and thematic depth, empowering them to craft more engaging and resonant stories. This condensed format makes it easy to integrate McKee's wisdom into your creative process, enhancing your ability to captivate and connect with your audience.

Author : Robert McKee

Robert McKee is a famous American screenwriter and screenwriting coach. McKee’s storytelling course has influenced more than a hundred thousand people from all over the world; several hundred of his students have even won Oscars, Emmys, and other awards. McKee has been a project consultant for Warner Brothers, Twentieth Century Fox, Sony, CBS, MTV and other movie and television companies. His books include Story Substance, Structure, Style, and the Principles of Screenwriting, Dialogue: The Art of Verbal Action for Page, Stage, and Screen and Storynomics: Story-Driven Marketing in the Post-Advertising World.

Key Insights from Story

  • McKee emphasizes that stories are driven by conflict; it's the tension between opposing forces that compels audiences. A well-structured narrative leads to an emotional payoff that resonates deeply with viewers or readers.
  • Character arcs are central to effective storytelling, as characters must evolve to overcome internal and external obstacles. This transformation is what ultimately creates a connection with the audience, making them invested in the character's journey.
  • McKee argues that creativity thrives within boundaries, and understanding the fundamental principles of storytelling is essential to innovate within those confines. By mastering story structure, writers can break conventions and tell compelling, original tales.
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