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How to Build Strong Conflict in a Story

November 2, 2026November 27, 2024 by IS Main Account

Conflict is the heartbeat of storytelling, providing the tension, drama, and intrigue that capture our attention. Every great story begins with conflict, whether it’s an internal battle within a character’s mind or an external clash with the world around them. Conflict doesn’t just propel the plot forward—it shapes the characters, tests their resilience, and forces them to confront their fears, desires, and flaws. This tension draws readers or viewers in, making them care about what happens next. Think of classic

Plot vs Story: Understanding The Crucial Differences in Screenwriting

November 2, 2026October 5, 2024 by Industrial Scripts

In the realm of screenwriting, two distinct elements serve as the foundation for every compelling narrative: plot and story. At first glance, these terms might seem interchangeable, but their roles in storytelling are far from identical. Understanding the key differences between plot vs. story is crucial. For a script to resonate with audiences, it needs both. A good story adds emotional depth. Meanwhile, a well-crafted plot brings structure and coherence to the events. This blog explores the relationship between plot

The 10 Best TED Talks For Screenwriters and What They Teach

November 2, 2026October 26, 2021 by Industrial Scripts

Elizabeth Gilbert TED Talk for Screenwriters

There are many TED talks out there for writers, screenwriters and storytellers. In this article, we’ll focus on 10 of the most relevant and best talks for screenwriters and writers as a whole. We’ll take a look at the advice they give writers and how to get the best out of them. Of course, there are many other great examples out there. However, below are what we believe to be the top 10 TED talks for screenwriters (in no particular

OPINION: The Thrill of the Real Time Screenplay

February 15, 2019August 15, 2018 by Industrial Scripts

Before editing was created and perfected as its own art form, every film was in real time. (Although this isn’t entirely true: before sound, films were shown at whatever speed …

50 Quotes About Defiance Every Screenwriter Should Live By

November 2, 2026March 27, 2017 by Industrial Scripts

Defiance is a Rule to Live By Screenwriting often runs the risk of turning into plate-spinning – following narrative rules; trying to appeal to an audience; trying to appeal to a producer; trying to be original; trying to meet genre expectations (but not too much); pandering to multiple outside opinions from industry members, friends, family; listening to the market; maintaining a ‘voice’. It can end up feeling prescriptive, like ticking off a checklist. Sometimes, there’s value in a little defiance.

The Insider Interviews: Robert McKee

March 15, 2019September 22, 2014 by Industrial Scripts

The Insider Interviews series started in 2010 as a set of recorded interviews, featuring the likes of Tom Hiddleston, Gareth Unwin, who produced THE KING’S SPEECH, Ben Wheatley and Hossein Amini, the Oscar-nominated writer of DRIVE and THE TWO …