Screenwriting 101: Craig Borten

“For me, it’s the characters, breaking the characters. That’s what I spend most of my time with. Once I’ve done that, character will speak…

Screenwriting 101: Craig Borten

“For me, it’s the characters, breaking the characters. That’s what I spend most of my time with. Once I’ve done that, character will speak to plot and story. Once I know who they are and where they’re headed, then the other stuff’s a lot easier.”

— Craig Borten

Go Into The Story interview, June 2018

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