Screenwriting Basics #1: A Save the Cat!® Course

🎬 **Dive into Screenwriting Mastery with Save the Cat!®** 🌟 **Welcome to Your Screenwriting Journey!** Greetings, budding screenwriter! You're in for a treat as you join the ranks of storytellers who have found their voice through the legendary Save the Cat! methodology. Since its inception in 2005 by the iconic Blake Snyder, Save the Cat! has been the go-to guide for writers across genres, including bestselling novelists and top studio executives. It's not just a system; it's the standard for crafting compelling narratives that captivate audiences worldwide. With the adaptations by Jessica Brody and Jamie Nash, the Save the Cat! principles have transcended the silver screen to become a beacon for storytellers everywhere. Our online courses are specifically designed to demystify the art of storytelling and guide you through the Save the Cat! method step by step, ensuring you can harness its power to bring your unique story to life. As Blake Snyder famously emphasized: “The worst thing that can happen in screenwriting is not to finish.” We're here to help you start and see your story through to completion. Let's embark on this creative adventure together! **What You'll Learn:** 🎥 **Unlocking the Secrets of Story Beats:** In this course, we'll break down the 15 essential story beats that form the backbone of a successful screenplay. Through the lens of three critically acclaimed films – BLACK PANTHER, COCO, and LADY BIRD – you'll see how each beat is effectively used to drive the story forward. - **Story Beat 1:** We kick off with the Setup, where we establish the world of your protagonist. - **Story Beat 2:** The Theme Stated sets the stage for the message or theme of your story. - **Story Beat 3 and onward:** Each subsequent beat (Catalyst Incident, Debate, Break into Two, B Story, Fun & Games, Midpoint, Bad Guys Close In, All Is Lost, Dark Night of the Soul, Finale) will be explored with clarity and depth. **This Course Includes:** 📽 **A Visual Guide to Storytelling Success:** This course is packed with 15 short videos, each dedicated to one of Blake Snyder's 15 story beats. You'll see these screenwriting principles come to life through the analysis of BLACK PANTHER, COCO, and LADY BIRD. - **Essential Vocabulary PDF:** A downloadable resource that includes key terms and definitions from the Save the Cat! lexicon, such as Promise of the Premise, Stasis = Death, the Moment of Clarity, and more. **Embark on Your Screenwriting Voyage Today!** Whether you're a novice or seasoned writer, this course will equip you with the tools to construct a compelling narrative that resonates with audiences. By understanding and applying Blake Snyder's story beats, you'll be well on your way to crafting a screenplay that not only tells a great story but also has the potential to capture the hearts of millions. Enroll now and join the ranks of successful writers who have conquered the art of screenwriting with Save the Cat!. Your story is waiting to be told – let's bring it to life together! 📝✨