Every Great Story Begins With A Core Wound - Peter Russell Tribute Video

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  • Опубликовано: 14 май 2024
  • It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Peter Russell, Screenwriter and Film & Television teacher (LA Story Doc / Peter Russell Script Doctor). Peter was a beloved guest that we interviewed many times. His interviews were lively, charismatic, and spoke to developing fully formed characters that walked the line between good and bad.
    Legendary story doctor for Hollywood, Peter taught at UCLA Extension and Pepperdine University. His teachings still live on at Peterrussellscriptdoctor.com. Peter was a friend and mentor to writers worldwide. He included his own story in teachings, sharing fragile part of his wounds that we can all relate to.
    Peter started as a story analyst in the 1990s, and read over 3,000+ screenplays for major film and television giants including Imagine Entertainment, Participant Productions, HBO, CBS, Walden Entertainment and others.
    As he read these scripts, he started seeing deep, hidden patterns in the best stories. He wrote these down and started getting jobs FIXING writer’s stories.
    Peter was invited to teach at UCLA in 2004, and it became a passion, too. He was UCLA’s Teacher of the Year in 2009. He taught Television pilot and Film story creation at Pepperdine University’s Seaver College Screenwriting MFA program, at Story Expo in LA and New York, and many others.
    Peter sold two television pilots in 2018/2019.
    This video compilation of Peter's take on film and television highlights his love and honor for story.
    He will be greatly missed.
    His teachings are available online at Peterrussellscriptdoctor.com
    MORE VIDEOS WITH PETER RUSSELL
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    #writing #screenwriting #screenplay

Комментарии • 318

  • @roathripper
    @roathripper 2 года назад +36

    RIP Peter.

  • @tender0828
    @tender0828 2 года назад +197

    HOLY- I'm only 10 minutes in but this guy knows exactly what he talks about. Shame we didn't get to have such a wonderful person around for longer.

    • @leorobin832
      @leorobin832 2 года назад

      I'm three months late 😢

    • @user-fs9ko6wg2o
      @user-fs9ko6wg2o 2 года назад +10

      I was watching and thinking about my own script. Every word the man says hits, because I was doing exactly those, I was writing my own wound, a wound that started from my parents

  • @astralislux305
    @astralislux305 Год назад +72

    I found out he died on February 5, 2021 while hiking with his wife, Suzy. He suddenly collapsed from a heart attack and Suzy gave him CPR as she watched his life slip away. I did the same thing to a close friend that same month so I understand the tragedy she experienced. Thankfully, Peter suffered no pain.

    • @SMacCuUladh
      @SMacCuUladh 11 месяцев назад +3

      I'm sorry for your loss, I hope you're healing from that.

    • @ukaszkowalski725
      @ukaszkowalski725 11 месяцев назад +1

      I just realised, I had the same situation, the same month...

    • @vegsource
      @vegsource 10 месяцев назад +8

      Safe and effective…

    • @DirectorHMAN
      @DirectorHMAN 9 месяцев назад +3

      ​@@vegsourcehmmmmm... there is a pattern here

    • @juddakooda9520
      @juddakooda9520 6 месяцев назад +1

      covid @@DirectorHMAN

  • @nikacola7319
    @nikacola7319 2 года назад +24

    As a mom-to-be I am now terrified of becoming my child's origin story or core wound!
    In all seriousness Peter was a ray of light and his passing leaves an immense hole in the creative world.

    • @ronaknanda6175
      @ronaknanda6175 2 года назад +2

      My mother has never hugged me

    • @safiya5940
      @safiya5940 Год назад +1

      True, NIkacola, I too was terrified thinking if I was the origin of sb's core wound, don't worry, we all as parents have to remember that loving our children unconditionally and being there for them when they our support is the thing we can do to help them as parents.

    • @trinleywangmo
      @trinleywangmo 8 месяцев назад +1

      There's a difference between crappy parents and nasty parents. Everyone has crappy parents some times, but those of us with nasty parents, that's for life.

  • @mattimeo7612
    @mattimeo7612 2 года назад +45

    I saw the length of this video and groaned but I clicked through hoping to find what I was looking for. I'm only 5 minutes in and this guy has already opened my eyes to exactly the kind of thing I was looking for. This guy isn't just brilliant, he's excellent at communicating his ideas. Looking forward to the rest!

  • @mechtech220
    @mechtech220 2 года назад +57

    wow! i had no idea he passed away. i just this past week I decided to resume working on a script idea that I put down almost two years ago. I started by revisiting the lectures that I bought after learning about Peter Russell in these very interviews on this channel a few years ago. Thank You again Film Courage and Thank You again Peter Russell. I'm deeply saddened at this news. Rest In Peace.

  • @georginahutchinson1967
    @georginahutchinson1967 2 года назад +42

    Peter was a fabulous teacher at UCLA and online. He made everything fun and interesting and took pleasure in connecting with his students and really helping us. I will always remember his wisdom, humour and insights. I know he will be missed forever.

  • @ericminerv
    @ericminerv 2 года назад +10

    I used to hide in the bathrooms at parties and dances because i did not know how to dance and to avoid like so many times before, people laughing. Thank you for this

  • @YogeshPagareYogi
    @YogeshPagareYogi 2 года назад +166

    Peter was an amazingly talented person & very passionate about his work ❤️ 🙏 May his soul rest in peace

    • @howardkoor2796
      @howardkoor2796 2 года назад +8

      Ohh. I didn’t know! 😢😢😢😢😢

    • @sarahsolangechannel1631
      @sarahsolangechannel1631 2 года назад +1

      oh no! What happenned???

    • @howardkoor2796
      @howardkoor2796 2 года назад +3

      @@sarahsolangechannel1631 He died a few months ago... so sad

    • @vmathew1609
      @vmathew1609 2 года назад +1

      So sorry to hear 😔... Sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.

    • @kurukshetrawar6680
      @kurukshetrawar6680 2 года назад

      Oh God!
      Sorry to know that.
      Rest In Peace Sir....

  • @UrMomsChauffer
    @UrMomsChauffer 2 года назад +41

    Absolutely captivating. 5 minutes in, and I am just stuck listening. This is a natural born teacher.

  • @davidstephenson3615
    @davidstephenson3615 2 года назад +7

    Damn. One of my wounds now is learning of the passing of this gentleman. Only 10 minutes into the video, thought I would read the blurb at the bottom and learned of his passing. Honour his ideas, people!

  • @formulajuan6038
    @formulajuan6038 2 года назад +4

    I miss my dear friend and mentor Peter Russell.

  • @yohanalexander2850
    @yohanalexander2850 2 года назад +21

    I love Peter Russell, he looked like a cool guy. I always noticed when he tried to present something important and clever, he whispered like he wanted to seduce you to willingly open your mind and let his teachings take over. I just knew he passed, what a loss!

  • @fellowcitizen
    @fellowcitizen 2 года назад +114

    I found his interviews especially significant and useful. He is synonymous with Film Courage. My condolences to his family and friends

    • @michaeldonaghy5685
      @michaeldonaghy5685 2 года назад +4

      I second your point about him and had no idea he had died- that is a real loss. Sympathies to his family.

    • @caseyboughton6641
      @caseyboughton6641 Год назад +2

      @@michaeldonaghy5685 Me either - condolences to his family and friends. Peter Russell, you, Sir, are missed

    • @CrownedbyShirley
      @CrownedbyShirley Год назад +2

      Oh no, may he RIP

  • @olivia_vieweg
    @olivia_vieweg 2 года назад +13

    I had the pleasure of working with him two times. I will forever miss him, his kindness and his wisdom!

  • @davidursin2150
    @davidursin2150 Год назад +7

    "You can't make it up...why? Because we have infinitely good "B.S." detectors as audience members"..." 'make it real" or they're gonna' be bored. It's the truth that makes them want to watch." This nailed it for me! His ability to explain this in lurid context make this sink in like no other lecturer has and I've heard this point made so many times by other speakers. Immediately, I hit pause and started reworking my opening to bring my protagonist's flaw/core-wound up earlier and sharply. I realize now I'd been holding back too long and introducing it too softly. Thank you for this video!!!

  • @pantherman16
    @pantherman16 2 года назад +30

    RIP Peter, my prayers to Cecilia and his family. He is already missed.

  • @ZombieBacon1337
    @ZombieBacon1337 2 года назад +14

    The levels of Honesty here is incredible. In my writings, I always focused on Found Family, Dynamic Morals, things that feel real to me. But listening to this, (Not even Thirty Minutes in) I can't help but notice that my core wound is present, weirdly enough. The sense of isolation in spite of company. That internal conflict where you're surrounded by others, but you restrain yourself, and you stay internalized. It never dawned on me that all of my Protagonists are alone. Even beside their wife, or helping out those in trouble, they have to learn to be with others.

  • @musaka15
    @musaka15 2 года назад +8

    Oh no😢😢😢💔 He was one of my favourite people on film courage. MHSRIP ❤

  • @Annayasha
    @Annayasha 2 года назад +23

    This man is amazing. I could hear him talk all Day. I love his passion, it shows when he speaks.

    • @scottslotterbeck3796
      @scottslotterbeck3796 2 года назад +2

      Me too. He always seemed positive, happy and upbeat. After years of script doctoring, he began writing and sold screenplays.

  • @_i_am_unceded
    @_i_am_unceded Год назад +1

    Honor and Respect 🪶😊

  • @DoctorJammer
    @DoctorJammer 2 года назад +5

    Tokyo Drift is a good movie. I finally feel vindicated after this guy and Christopher Nolan praised the films so many years later. 😄

  • @LTUM
    @LTUM 2 года назад +9

    So sad. RIP

  • @TheDaveKShow
    @TheDaveKShow 2 года назад +2

    So sorry you are gone. You work will live on forever. You are the best!

  • @user-ge2pn3gk1j
    @user-ge2pn3gk1j 3 месяца назад

    This is so far the best writing advice.
    I’ve seen so many but this is so truthful!
    I just saw he died in a mountain. R.I.P sir. Your legacy will be carried forever.

  • @OkapiJim
    @OkapiJim Год назад +5

    Infectious. I saw the time on this video and said, okay, I’ll watch ten minutes. I watched the whole thing. What a great teacher.

  • @blueskye2790
    @blueskye2790 2 года назад +15

    One of the few people that legitimately changed my view of storytelling, especially in a series form, so sad to see him pass!

  • @slamtilt01
    @slamtilt01 2 года назад +3

    Damn this guy was good. I learned how to write characters and got a therapy session at the same time.
    RIP Peter Russell

  • @galacticfederationambassad4063
    @galacticfederationambassad4063 2 года назад +25

    "Nobody's all good and nobody's all bad" Quoting Loki before Loki.

  • @nerdmommy7114
    @nerdmommy7114 2 года назад +1

    The movie 'UP' made this excellently. First 10 minutes always bring tears to my eyes.

  • @concernedcitizen7385
    @concernedcitizen7385 2 года назад +16

    I can’t believe he’s gone... He really was the best on this channel. I learned so much from this guy. Thank you Peter 🙏

  • @BetweenTheFog
    @BetweenTheFog 7 месяцев назад +1

    These interviews really did change the way I approached the craft. I’m not a screenwriter (yet), but I’ve written prose fiction. Using his four hitchcockian methods (good news, bad news, ticking clocks, raising stakes) I landed my first pro sale to a major publisher in London. I wrote to Peter and thanked him - he asked to use my thank you letter on his ensure, I said yes. RIP to a legend.

  • @Joostthetoast
    @Joostthetoast 2 года назад +11

    Sorry to hear of his passing. Peter was a great communicator and his passion and love for story was inspirational.

  • @alaricsoto1
    @alaricsoto1 2 года назад +5

    This video is pure gold. PURE GOLD!

  • @Vidyut_Gore
    @Vidyut_Gore Месяц назад

    I'm in love. Seriously. What a beautiful mind. What insight. I didn't even know him when he was alive, but I'm sad about losing him. And also this guy can't die. He's going to live rent free in so many heads... already I hear him commenting as I work on my manuscript.

  • @samuelsegura_
    @samuelsegura_ 2 года назад +9

    Oh no. Didn't knew he passed away. :'( He was an extraordinary teacher. Thanks to this channel for approaching us to him.

  • @Omnipusia
    @Omnipusia Год назад

    It's the first time someone gave an advice that is true, at least for me.... And it about telling the truth and honesty...

  • @inesbodlovic
    @inesbodlovic Год назад +1

    this video carries so much wisdom, beyond screenplay

  • @lavawingsplays1627
    @lavawingsplays1627 2 года назад +10

    Did I just get an in-depth therapy session? Love this. PS-learning this guy passed away. Terrible. I really appreciated this imparting of wisdom.

  • @arzabael
    @arzabael 8 месяцев назад

    RIP good man.

  • @richardmanley5689
    @richardmanley5689 Год назад

    He was such a beautiful soul in his living years😘

  • @matthewlavagna6080
    @matthewlavagna6080 2 года назад +16

    I'm very sorry to hear of Peter's passing. Although I didn't know him personally I watched all his stuff and I greatly valued his insight into screenwriting. He was a brilliant teacher and very entertaining to listen to. He may be gone but his work will continue to inspire and educate writers. My thoughts are with him and his loved ones.

    • @scottslotterbeck3796
      @scottslotterbeck3796 2 года назад +2

      I wish I lived in LA and could have taken one of his claases.

  • @ProphetVictory
    @ProphetVictory 2 года назад +11

    Rest in Peace and condolences to his loved ones. Peter's videos really helped me start writing. He seemed so knowledgable and was so engaging. Thank you for having him on.

    • @ProphetVictory
      @ProphetVictory 2 года назад

      And just saw today is his birthday. 😞 Can't describe how great a teacher and communicator he was.

    • @ProphetVictory
      @ProphetVictory 2 года назад

      Actually, I can. This week I got staffed on a US prestige cable show and optioned a feature treatment. Peter lives on in all of us!

  • @createdsoicancomment2833
    @createdsoicancomment2833 2 года назад +1

    Only 6 minutes in and this is awesome. He mentions Superhero movies don't have wounds but they all do as well.

  • @jayworr1751
    @jayworr1751 2 года назад +3

    This dude was a genius 💯

  • @JCPFILMS
    @JCPFILMS 2 года назад +10

    I've learn so much from Peter Russell just by watching his film courage interviews.

  • @brooksfarr238
    @brooksfarr238 2 года назад +2

    Good god. What a mind.

  • @DominickvdHoff
    @DominickvdHoff 2 года назад +12

    RIP, i'm glad he's still able to help people in videos and courses like this.

  • @hiplessboy
    @hiplessboy 2 года назад +12

    What a fun, energetic, passionate man. Great editing. Thank you for this. Rest in peace, Peter Russell.

  • @gidiexposure9727
    @gidiexposure9727 Год назад

    I feel bad to just be knowing about Peter, thank you for the love, passion and experience. I am grateful that you had suzy and a beautiful life.

  • @johnphilly2479
    @johnphilly2479 Год назад

    RUclips has taught me that there is a lot of geniuses in film making, but apparently none left in Hollywood

  • @dreaminglifepodcast
    @dreaminglifepodcast 2 года назад +2

    He was my favorite.

  • @hello2jello4mellow34
    @hello2jello4mellow34 2 года назад +5

    Oh, I am so sorry to read this. Peter Russell gave several excellent interviews to Film Courage and I will never forget his breakdown of Breaking Bad ! Amazing!

  • @LeopardGeckoFry
    @LeopardGeckoFry Год назад +1

    Even if you're not a writer watching this, don't you just love how he just has so much positive passion in general

  • @WhatGrenadeWhere
    @WhatGrenadeWhere 2 года назад +2

    Oh no. You will be greatly missed Peter. Much love.

  • @TarzanHedgepeth
    @TarzanHedgepeth Год назад

    This… is genius. You can tell because it’s so darn simple.

  • @brandonramon1949
    @brandonramon1949 2 года назад +2

    Much love Coach, you’ll be missed

  • @TheGloriousUncertainty
    @TheGloriousUncertainty 6 месяцев назад

    I love this guy and yes it’s immensely sad that he had to say goodbye to us all so soon but thank you Peter all was taken on board….. And I’m sure that Owen Wilson used your voice and mannerisms for his role as Möbius in the brilliant LOKI… Rest Easy Peter we all still hear you buddy 👌

  • @BarryAnderson
    @BarryAnderson 2 года назад +3

    Yes, so TRUE every writer must show the severe emotional wound that cannot be shaken off and this can apply to the hero and the villain as well. The villain often does not see themself as a villain but just the opposite to the point of feeling righteous and good for his or her own kind. In stark contrast the hero is selfless and has incredible empathy for other forms of life like a Dog Lover has this emotional connection to his or her dog.

  • @joelcasseus628
    @joelcasseus628 Год назад

    Wow, this guy is such a great character!

  • @richardmanley5689
    @richardmanley5689 Год назад

    He was such a beautiful in living years, without a doubt he^s a beautiful spirits, rest in peace my youthtube teacher. 💥❤

  • @ginettedejesus6861
    @ginettedejesus6861 Год назад +1

    So glad I came across this/his video! My daughter, freshman in high school loves writing and creating stories/characters and even very descriptive with her character’s wardrobe. She’s an awesome writer for her age and no professional introduction/help or schooling.

  • @escapematrixenterprisejacq7810
    @escapematrixenterprisejacq7810 4 месяца назад

    I have listened endlessly to how to write from fascinating writers and Peter did it for me, he helped me face the biggest fear I had that stopped me from writing. He solved my entire issue and I dont think i will ever have a block on characters ever again. Build all of your cripplings onto a character.

    • @filmcourage
      @filmcourage  4 месяца назад +1

      Awesome to hear! Our best to you and your work!

  • @dominicklpz
    @dominicklpz 2 года назад +1

    I've come to this realization about the wound a few months back and when I told it to my critics they admitted the story got so much better.

  • @Shimamon27
    @Shimamon27 Год назад

    I noticed this is happening to me automatically with my animations... I let things flow, and I realize that I end up making things I experienced, and I express them in an exaggerated manner.
    And I feel right with it.

  • @rangecow
    @rangecow 2 года назад

    Jesus! What a powerful production.

  • @louisewoodhead
    @louisewoodhead 2 года назад +4

    Very sad to read that he has passed... This was an incredibly useful video, thank you for creating and sharing!

  • @addie851
    @addie851 2 года назад +2

    So sad to hear this! He taught me so much through your videos. Rest In Peace.

  • @JamesJohnson-uf3tt
    @JamesJohnson-uf3tt 2 года назад +4

    Sorry to hear this . I really enjoyed listening to him !!

  • @simplyme922
    @simplyme922 2 года назад +1

    Fantastic

  • @CrownedbyShirley
    @CrownedbyShirley Год назад

    He’s brilliant

  • @harleythesalami6956
    @harleythesalami6956 2 года назад +4

    Shocked! The vidoes of Peter is what made writing click in my mind. May your heaven be filled with film and fun.

  • @sycamorestudios
    @sycamorestudios 2 года назад +1

    This is so amazing and insightful! Thank you and RIP Peter!

  • @commiegobbledygook3138
    @commiegobbledygook3138 2 года назад

    Courage. Perfect word.

  • @mr.m7252
    @mr.m7252 2 года назад +1

    I mean this with as much respect as possible; This nigga's spittin'💯 I'm both completely blown away and scared that I'm only 7 minutes in with an hour more of facts to listen to✍🏾😭

  • @AmyK007
    @AmyK007 Месяц назад

    Absolutely brilliant ❤

  • @shingai_munyuki
    @shingai_munyuki 2 года назад +1

    I keep coming back to this video. So brilliant. Thank you.

  • @x86ed
    @x86ed Год назад

    Brilliant man

  • @fiddlersontheramp5417
    @fiddlersontheramp5417 2 года назад

    i love this guy

  • @russellsantana
    @russellsantana 2 года назад +1

    Phenomenal.

  • @jordanmiller4648
    @jordanmiller4648 2 года назад

    This was great.

  • @Arabic4Beautiful
    @Arabic4Beautiful Год назад

    awww he was hilarious and brilliant!

  • @birrofilm
    @birrofilm Год назад

    Brilliant.

  • @NamastayGangstaArt
    @NamastayGangstaArt 2 года назад +6

    RIP Peter! I have learned some much from your Film Courage Interviews.

  • @natyboops
    @natyboops 2 года назад +3

    At about 20:14 there's a Mr. Rogers moment. You are special. There's only one person in the whole world who can tell your story....Well that's how I heard it anyway.

  • @pbg9208
    @pbg9208 2 года назад

    EPIC

  • @Sophia-wv6yf
    @Sophia-wv6yf 2 года назад +2

    ☹️ I learned so much from Peter. Thank for sharing your core wounds to help us 🙏

  • @nocthepanafricanistcapital5467

    Brilliant

  • @Giovanni61
    @Giovanni61 2 года назад

    Exceptional

  • @renegademax
    @renegademax 2 года назад

    Brillant, insightful and generous. Peter Russell is sorely missed.

  • @162835show
    @162835show 2 года назад +8

    😢I will miss him.
    I really like his interview because his enthusiasm about stories and the way he teach people ,he's one of my favorite screenwriter and Doctor.
    Rest in peace, Peter. 😭

  • @MyName-wl6cd
    @MyName-wl6cd Год назад

    Damn he just blew my mind

  • @roxyblabla
    @roxyblabla 2 года назад

    Pure genius!!! 🌞🌞🌜🌜

  • @Rijuniel12
    @Rijuniel12 2 года назад +1

    Thank u

  • @carolgmbuthia
    @carolgmbuthia 2 года назад +1

    Amazing insight and revelation. I connect with it. A brilliant and honest teacher. Sad to hear of his passing.

  • @gregoryrogalsky6937
    @gregoryrogalsky6937 2 года назад +2

    What an incredible Teacher Peter was. This was an amazing trans formative video for me . Like and shared

    • @filmcourage
      @filmcourage  2 года назад

      Glad this one found you Gregory!

  • @Comedyschule
    @Comedyschule 2 года назад +1

    Ive learned so much from him. He had the best Videos!

  • @ComicPower
    @ComicPower 2 года назад +1

    Peter's stories are so compelling. I could listen to him talk all day. I am a sponge

  • @QualquerCoisa387
    @QualquerCoisa387 2 года назад +1

    So much love! Great person! The best interview ever from Film Courage. Immense content. RIP, Mr. Russel. ❤️

  • @billarybanks2725
    @billarybanks2725 2 года назад

    Omg.. great teacher wow ❤️🙏🏽