7 episodes
Script Bits Brough Hansen
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“Script Bits” is a show for writers, film buffs and anyone else who's curious about what makes stories tick. In each episode, host Brough Hansen takes a close look at one bit (or beat) from a great script and delves into what it can teach us about storytelling, the craft of screenwriting and how to interpret the written word. He provides a brief overview of the film and reads the chosen beat out loud. After that, he lets it rip: he analyzes, plays, tinkers and ponders, showing you how to use all of your critical, creative and emotional faculties to reveal the hidden insights embedded in these masterful scripts.
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Terminator 2: Judgement Day
In this episode, we ride along on a famous car chase from Terminator 2: Judgement Day. This fun Script Bit is chock-full of good writing fundamentals: strong verbs, figurative language and technical details. Come and discover the many lessons hidden in one of the greatest action screenplays of all time.
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The White Tiger
In this episode, we take on a climactic Script Bit from The White Tiger. Join us for a deep cut comparison between this expertly crafted screenplay and the sinister teachings of the infamous Italian philosopher, Niccoló Machiavelli.
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Moonlight
In this episode, we'll discuss a Script Bit from the beautiful and poetic screenplay, Moonlight. We'll talk about physicality, soul contracts and narrative scale. Join us as we explore this true American masterpiece.
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Jojo Rabbit
In this episode, we crack open a Script Bit from the Oscar-winning screenplay Jojo Rabbit. Join us as we talk proxy battles, theatricality, and the art of persuasion.
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Hell or High Water
In this episode, we take a look at a surreal scene from the Oscar-nominated screenplay Hell or High Water. We'll talk breath, dream logic, time, dying worlds and more.
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Alien
In this episode of Script Bits, we take a closer look at an iconic scene from the haunting screenplay for "Alien," and discuss what it can teach us about underworlds, moral universes, understatement and atmosphere.