![]() ![]() All is Lost: The protagonist fails in a gambit and is sent spiralling.Bad Guys Close In: The antagonistic force applies pressure on the protagonist.Midpoint: A plot point that raises the stakes and changes the direction of the story.If this is an action movie, have your best action setpiece here. Fun and Games: The promise of the premise.B Story: A secondary story begins, often a love interest.Break into Two: A plot point (often a change in location) that indicates the adventure has begun.Debate: The protagonist is reluctant to begin their journey.Catalyst: The incident that sets the adventure in motion.Set-Up: Plot work to set-up the rest of the story.Theme Stated: At some point near the beginning, the theme of the script is stated.Opening Image: A strong thematic image to start.Without a doubt, Save the Cat is an ideal place for a beginner and functions as a great introduction to storytelling. The book proved to be a massive financial success leading many to believe that Save the Cat is the default structure of all stories. Save the Cat is the most famous storytelling structure by far. ![]()
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