Writing Excuses
21.24: Deconstructing the Seven Point Plot Structure
June 14, 202635 min · 6,025 words
Show notes
Dan Wells joins our conversation as we break down the seven-point plot structure! Using examples from Star Wars, Toy Story, and other films, we discuss how each point creates conflict, drives character growth, and moves a story forward. We explore the difference between plot points that move characters toward their goals and pinch points that place obstacles in their way.
Highlighted moments
the way that I differentiate plot points and pinches is that a plot point is something that helps them on their journey toward the resolution, something that is going to get them closer to their endpoint whereas a pitch is something that gets in the way.
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