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From Russia With Love StructureUse the Screenplay Summary to follow how to set up a story based on the manipulation of the main character by an enemy. As with most
(read more)Use the Screenplay Summary to follow how to set up a story based on the manipulation of the main character by an enemy. As with most Bond plot lines, the audience knows of dangers before Bond.
(hide) For Your Eyes Only StructureA systematic progression through formulaic Sequences that follow clues to the villain, motive and means to execute the plan Bond
(read more)A systematic progression through formulaic Sequences that follow clues to the villain, motive and means to execute the plan Bond will thwart.
(hide) Flightplan StructureThe action in Flightplan is restricted to a single location, but the plot structure of a kidnap-manipulation-rescue plot is all there.
Eraser StructureA 'pursuer becomes the pursued who must prove his innocence' structure.
Entrapment StructureEntrapment an excellent example of how to use foreshadowing and plot reversal techniques.
Enemy of the State Structure Enemy of the State has an excellent a pursuit-counter attack profile. Includes a free PDF download of the draft screenplay
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Enemy of the State has an excellent a pursuit-counter attack profile. Includes a free PDF download of the draft screenplay dated 2/10/97.
(hide) Eagle Eye StructureA intriguing pursuit-mystery plot where two people are forced to comply with instructions and evade capture.
Dr. No StructureThe prototype James Bond screenplay and a classic structure for a mystery investigation. The audience knows things before Bond as
(read more)The prototype James Bond screenplay and a classic structure for a mystery investigation. The audience knows things before Bond as a way to create a sense of impending danger for him.
(hide) Double Indemnity StructureUse the Screenplay Summary to see how Double Indemnity establishes the classic femme fatale-betrayal structure of a film noir.
(read more)Use the Screenplay Summary to see how Double Indemnity establishes the classic femme fatale-betrayal structure of a film noir. It is a lesson on the use of a voice-over narrative and making the flashback structure fit into the story conclusion.
(hide) Die HardDie Hard is a classic Chase-Chased-Rescue plot, emulated many times.
Die Another Day StructureA systematic progression through formulaic Sequences that follow clues to the villain, motive and means to execute the plan Bond
(read more)A systematic progression through formulaic Sequences that follow clues to the villain, motive and means to execute the plan Bond will thwart.
(hide) Diamonds Are Forever StructureA systematic progression through formulaic Sequences that follow clues to the villain, motive and means to execute the plan Bond
(read more)A systematic progression through formulaic Sequences that follow clues to the villain, motive and means to execute the plan Bond will thwart.
(hide) Dersu UzalaExcellent story structure for a screenplay about the development of respect and friendship. The Prologue sets up the flash back narrative
(read more)Excellent story structure for a screenplay about the development of respect and friendship. The Prologue sets up the flash back narrative and book-ended tragic ending.
(hide) Derailed StructureCharles chooses a femme fatale with whom to have an affair. Ideal set-up of the double cross. Sequences create empathy for Charles
(read more)Charles chooses a femme fatale with whom to have an affair. Ideal set-up of the double cross. Sequences create empathy for Charles (despite infidelity and loss of his daughters transplant money) through blackmail and becoming a murder suspect.
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