Should you avoid formulas when writing a story? In this video I talk about why I think you should avoid formulas and what you should do instead to construct a good plot.


0:00 - Why You Should Avoid Formulas
3:35 - The Most Important Storytelling Principle
6:30 - How To Use Pacing To Build a Plot
9:00 - Plot Building Example: Johnny & Judy
15:50 - Case Study: John Wick
18:40 - Case Study: Ocean's Eleven
21:00 - "Therefore"
23:00 - Conclusion (Homework)