People go to writing classes for years and these guys on this channel just tell you the most important things in just a few moments. That´s insane! Thank you sooo much!!!!!
Mr Trickster Thanks Mr. Trickster. How many writing classes have you attended in your time? We are currently working on a new screenwriting series on character. We think it is going to be one of our most informative videos. Can't wait to share it.
Love Film Courage interviews! Straight to the point questions, answered in a nut shell minute, my kind of interviews. And that Steve Kaplan guy, he shines off like the sun. What a fabulously inspirational teacher! Thanks for sharing all this hands on experience people! Simplement Magnifique! Bravo to all involved!
they do this so well in movies to make characters likeable. Ugh i hate it when people make writing a story look so simple, but actually it's so hard and stressful!
You get the world you see. - AB And this is why I love Steve Kaplan. As a pro writer in advertising trying to make the grand canyon jump into film, I see so so so many brooding advisors, telling all us newbies this is a life of struggle etcetc. Then Steve arrives, and his passion and positive vibes light up the screen like a carnival, shouting out "this is a blast, this is gonna be fun, let's go everyone!" and that is the ride I wanna ride, that's the magic that enables the words to dance on the page. Huge thanks Steve. Hope to be able to say it in person someday soon. All the best. - AB
I’m so glad I discovered this channel! It’s videos like this that are informative, quick, and direct to the point, that’s so helpful to creative people like me. Thank you! 🤓👍⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I've seen a lot from this channel lately, and almost all of it is fantastic and very helpful. Of all the interviewees I've seen so far, I LOVE this guy the best. I fave all his interviews. Along with John Truby, I really feel like this guy has a LOT of important insight into writing and film in general. He really makes me feel like working hard on writing and filmmaking, and I start seeing everything about the process in a completely new way. Thank you for posting his interviews, he's in a class of his own. I love this stuff. Makes it fun.
Thank you for the reply, Mr. Kaplan. I appreciate that. I friended you or liked you or whatever it's called on FB. Hope to hear a lot more from you in the future. I always learn a lot from these things. Have a great day. :)
You want me involved, you want me to care and to give my 100%, you'll get more than you bargained for in every way imaginable. But I can't guarantee how anything is going to go, because I've never really tried any of this before. But I have a good idea. You wanna bail, this is the perfect time. No one's lost much thus far except a few bruised egos. You want everything to change, you give me a call. If I take anything seriously in life, I play to *win.*
Not sure what he intended here, but I think Dr. Marvin's complaining in What About Bob? is wonderfully written. This guy literally wrote the book on taking things in baby steps, but he himself cannot. Everyone else loves Bob, but the doctor only sees his narrow view of "conflict of interest" and "inappropriate doctor-client contact". Thus he cannot accept Bob being there, but every time he complains he further alienates his family, and this dilemma finally snaps him and he finally explodes into a fit of rage -- and doctor, heal thyself.
And sometimes, you just let off a little bit of steam, because everyone else doesn't seem to think there's any consequence to taking out their BS on you while you psyche yourself up to convince yourself that the actual journey is worth the trouble (which at times has been an outright lie). If anyone doesn't have the stomach for the real deal, then you'd best get yourself a new protagonist, because the practical implementation of anything involving me all gets dicier from here.
i have one main character who's a female, and basically just a hot mess. she had made some philosophically debatable choices in her life and still makes them, but she's essentially a good person. i worry that by showing these contrasts i jeopardize the audience rooting for her. i have no doubt the audience can *relate*, but i need the audience to cheer her on at the same time. on paper i'm sure it won't be a huge issue, but i plan on using friends and my camcorder to see if it plays out to my satisfaction. it is, after all, what i term 'a chick flick for guys,' so i have to be honest with the character without sacrificing her 'likeability.' (the intent is for guys to see her differently than females, yet everyone should, if i'm competent, arrive on the same page by the end just having taken different routes to get there.)
(sigh) I'm gonna regret writing a lot if this in the morning But, then again, planet and economy gradually imploding. I think I'm at least a little entitled.
Good God, the least you could've done was put that into one paragraph and not take up the entire comment section. What the hell were you talking about anyway?
It is NOT a Misogynistic thing to say. It's true, that's women laugh. Funny how there are so many things women don't want to hear, but they can put down a man as much as they want in films and on TV.
It is a misogynistic thing to say even though women laugh, and even though Jack Nicholson's character is so likable. And you're being rude by saying that all women don't want to hear the truth. You are being rude and misleading by saying women only put men down. Because not all women are rude or sexist against men.
@Jessie there's advertisements that put down people of all races and genders, and equality groups who disapprove of this sort of thing. No need to be so rude.
The problem with American feminists is that men don’t get an opinion unless they agree with it. Having a different opinion doesn’t make it rude. Jesus. That’s pathetic.
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People go to writing classes for years and these guys on this channel just tell you the most important things in just a few moments. That´s insane! Thank you sooo much!!!!!
Mr Trickster Thanks Mr. Trickster. How many writing classes have you attended in your time? We are currently working on a new screenwriting series on character. We think it is going to be one of our most informative videos. Can't wait to share it.
What About Bob? is a classic and the Richard Dreyfus character is brilliant.
Love Film Courage interviews! Straight to the point questions, answered in a nut shell minute, my kind of interviews. And that Steve Kaplan guy, he shines off like the sun.
What a fabulously inspirational teacher! Thanks for sharing all this hands on experience people! Simplement Magnifique! Bravo to all involved!
they do this so well in movies to make characters likeable. Ugh i hate it when people make writing a story look so simple, but actually it's so hard and stressful!
I love this guy.
The positive and negative action thing really helped me a lot! Thanks!
You get the world you see. - AB
And this is why I love Steve Kaplan. As a pro writer in advertising trying to make the grand canyon jump into film, I see so so so many brooding advisors, telling all us newbies this is a life of struggle etcetc. Then Steve arrives, and his passion and positive vibes light up the screen like a carnival, shouting out "this is a blast, this is gonna be fun, let's go everyone!" and that is the ride I wanna ride, that's the magic that enables the words to dance on the page. Huge thanks Steve. Hope to be able to say it in person someday soon. All the best. - AB
I’m so glad I discovered this channel! It’s videos like this that are informative, quick, and direct to the point, that’s so helpful to creative people like me. Thank you! 🤓👍⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thanks Rudy, we're just as glad that you discovered our channel. Hope our work helps your work.
Film Courage thank you for all of your videos! Theyre extremely helpful!
Yves Beneche Thanks Yves, what do you like to see most from our channel?
I've seen a lot from this channel lately, and almost all of it is fantastic and very helpful. Of all the interviewees I've seen so far, I LOVE this guy the best. I fave all his interviews. Along with John Truby, I really feel like this guy has a LOT of important insight into writing and film in general. He really makes me feel like working hard on writing and filmmaking, and I start seeing everything about the process in a completely new way. Thank you for posting his interviews, he's in a class of his own. I love this stuff. Makes it fun.
Thanks, Ghostwriter! If you want more, follow me on Twitter Steve Kaplan or on Facebook at facebook.com/KaplanComedy
Thank you for the reply, Mr. Kaplan. I appreciate that. I friended you or liked you or whatever it's called on FB. Hope to hear a lot more from you in the future. I always learn a lot from these things. Have a great day. :)
You want me involved, you want me to care and to give my 100%, you'll get more than you bargained for in every way imaginable.
But I can't guarantee how anything is going to go, because I've never really tried any of this before.
But I have a good idea.
You wanna bail, this is the perfect time. No one's lost much thus far except a few bruised egos.
You want everything to change, you give me a call.
If I take anything seriously in life, I play to *win.*
Loved your book (Hidden Tools of Comedy) and am glad I stumbled upon your video! Thank you for sharing your expertise!
Not sure what he intended here, but I think Dr. Marvin's complaining in What About Bob? is wonderfully written. This guy literally wrote the book on taking things in baby steps, but he himself cannot. Everyone else loves Bob, but the doctor only sees his narrow view of "conflict of interest" and "inappropriate doctor-client contact". Thus he cannot accept Bob being there, but every time he complains he further alienates his family, and this dilemma finally snaps him and he finally explodes into a fit of rage -- and doctor, heal thyself.
I love this discussion. Thank you so much.
Great Information! Listen to what Steve has to say!
This is good. I like making my antagonists likable.
And sometimes, you just let off a little bit of steam, because everyone else doesn't seem to think there's any consequence to taking out their BS on you while you psyche yourself up to convince yourself that the actual journey is worth the trouble (which at times has been an outright lie).
If anyone doesn't have the stomach for the real deal, then you'd best get yourself a new protagonist, because the practical implementation of anything involving me all gets dicier from here.
Someone should discuss this with Ted Mosby and Ross Geller.
Why does this guy only have one IMDb credit?
Negative Action- Ok for drama
Understand why they do it
Do it for a good reason
At the end did he just describe Camp Camp? Wow
Always insightful
*Indeed.*
i have one main character who's a female, and basically just a hot mess. she had made some philosophically debatable choices in her life and still makes them, but she's essentially a good person. i worry that by showing these contrasts i jeopardize the audience rooting for her. i have no doubt the audience can *relate*, but i need the audience to cheer her on at the same time. on paper i'm sure it won't be a huge issue, but i plan on using friends and my camcorder to see if it plays out to my satisfaction. it is, after all, what i term 'a chick flick for guys,' so i have to be honest with the character without sacrificing her 'likeability.' (the intent is for guys to see her differently than females, yet everyone should, if i'm competent, arrive on the same page by the end just having taken different routes to get there.)
very interesting, thanks
Relatable, interesting
Help himself
I’m surprised to see a working rider talk so openly about specific projects.
Huck Walton you mean writer?
Lmao. As Good As it Gets is hilarious
I hate nasty as "edgy". Gives me a friggin headache.
Thank You xD
But don't play me for a fool or waste my time.
I have better uses for my attention.
"how do you write a woman character?"
"I think of a man, and take away reason and accountability."
Best line I have never heard before. 100% agree !!!
(sigh) I'm gonna regret writing a lot if this in the morning
But, then again, planet and economy gradually imploding.
I think I'm at least a little entitled.
Good God, the least you could've done was put that into one paragraph and not take up the entire comment section. What the hell were you talking about anyway?
Galactic Jewels yeah I agree.
It is NOT a Misogynistic thing to say. It's true, that's women laugh. Funny how there are so many things women don't want to hear, but they can put down a man as much as they want in films and on TV.
It is a misogynistic thing to say even though women laugh, and even though Jack Nicholson's character is so likable. And you're being rude by saying that all women don't want to hear the truth. You are being rude and misleading by saying women only put men down. Because not all women are rude or sexist against men.
@Jessie there's advertisements that put down people of all races and genders, and equality groups who disapprove of this sort of thing. No need to be so rude.
The problem with American feminists is that men don’t get an opinion unless they agree with it. Having a different opinion doesn’t make it rude. Jesus. That’s pathetic.
@@thuytienlives8487 Being called rude isn’t real criticism though.
Saying women have no reason or accountability is the DEFINITION of misogyny. Have you figured that out in the 2 years since you wrote that comment?
Always insightful