Summary of "Story Grid Introduction - Spreadsheet"
The video introduces the Story Grid methodology, focusing on analyzing stories at a micro level for improved structure and impact. Breaking down a manuscript into scenes, analyzing components like word count, story event, value shift, and more. The goal is to ensure consistency, engagement, and progression in storytelling. By creating a detailed spreadsheet, writers can identify and address narrative issues efficiently.
Methodology
- Break down the manuscript into individual scenes by stapling pages together.
- Analyze each scene’s components on a Story Grid spreadsheet:
- Scene number
- Word count
- Story event
- Value shift
- Polarity shift
- Turning point
- Point of view
- Period and time
- Duration
- Location
- On-stage and off-stage characters
- Track continuity and consistency in storytelling.
- Ensure each scene has a clear purpose and progression.
- Consistently surprise and engage readers by making value shifts and turning points in scenes.
- Use the spreadsheet to quickly identify and address narrative issues.
Speakers
- The main speaker.
