Screenwriting Basics #2: A Save the Cat!® Course

🎉 **Course Headline:** *Learn by Example: A Crash Course Breaking Down 3 Screenplays with the Save the Cat!® Method So You Can Write Your Story!* --- **Welcome to Screenwriting Basics #2!** 🎬 Thanks to you, *Save the Cat!®* continues to be the #1-selling set of books on both screenwriting and novel writing. Founded in 2005 by screenwriter Blake Snyder, and later adapted by novelist Jessica Brody and writer Jamie Nash, the *Save the Cat!®* principles have become the standards by which working writers, studio executives, publishers, and entertainment professionals develop and evaluate scripts and manuscripts. Now, we've crafted a series of online classes designed to simplify the complexities of storytelling. Our *Save the Cat!®* online courses take you step by step through the *Save the Cat!®* methodology, helping you discover, organize, and tighten your story. As the late great Blake Snyder said, “The worst thing that can happen in screenwriting is not to finish. Half-written screenplays never sell!” Let's help you start and *finish* your story. 🏆 --- **What You'll Learn:** In this course, you will learn the key elements and purpose of each of Blake Snyder's 15 story beats. We'll illustrate these beats by examining 3 acclaimed films: - **KNIVES OUT** - A twisty, thrilling whodunit that captivates audiences worldwide. - **JOJO RABBIT** - A quirky, heartfelt tale of friendship and bravery during World War II. - **THE MANDALORIAN** (Season 1) - The epic journey of a lone bounty hunter in the outer reaches of the galaxy. Through 15 short videos, one for each story beat, you'll see how the writers structured their very different stories in a very similar fashion using the *Save the Cat!®* method. This will provide you with a clear understanding of how to apply these principles to your own writing. --- **This Course Includes:** ✅ **15 Videos:** One for each of Blake Snyder's 15 story beats, meticulously explaining the structure and function within the screenwriting process. 📑 **Downloadable PDF Essentials:** A comprehensive guide to the core vocabulary of *Save the Cat!®*, including terms like: - **Promise of the Premise** - **Stasis = Death** (the Catalyst) - **Moment of Clarity** And much more. This resource will serve as an invaluable reference throughout your screenwriting journey. 📚✨ --- By the end of this course, you'll have a solid grasp of how to weave these story beats into your script to create a compelling narrative that captivates and satisfies audiences. So, are you ready to unlock the secrets of successful screenwriting with *Save the Cat!®?* Enroll now and take the first step towards bringing your stories to life! 🎞️✍️🚀