Fixing Common Scene Mistakes 

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I don't think Tyler likes the Justice League movie. lol

The scene with Han talking with Jabba was actually one of the few changes to the original Star Wars that was an improvement. Since when it was originally shot Jabba was just another human there are 2 moments that showcase Han's personality wonderfully. When Harrison Ford walked around Jabba there was no need to step over his non-existent tail at the time so as Han he has no reaction whatsoever to Jabba's obvious distress at being stepped on which comes across as being rather aloof. At the end of the scene when Han says "Jabba, you're a wonderful human being." it seems to be dripping in sarcasm since Jabba clearly looks more like a slug. We got hints at these characteristics when he was talking to fellow humans Luke and Ben but they were strangers that he was trying to impress while Jabba was well known to him so Han was just being himself: a rogue that oozes with a preposterous amount of confidence.

Wow. This video makes me feel like you are watching a CCTV feed from my room. I feel very seen right now. lol

This is great, I prefer it to the simple scene card. I think it's valid on its face but with this added on as context it really gives you a full perspective to write your scenes or even how to simply plot.

Hey! I have a question.... When do skip to the another project? When the older one is isn't working?

The Jabba the Hutt scene in a New Hope was originally deleted. The only reason it's in the special edition is to go oh look Jabba the Hutt not to move the story forward

Yet another reason why that jabba scene sucks

Tyler, someday, our roads will meet outside of RU-vid. You are a legend.

I'm pretty sure the original Star Wars (1977) didn't have the Jabba scene and was added in the special editions.

In the original 1977 theatrical release, that Jabba scene was cut precisely because it served no purpose.

Can you fix the whole Justice League Movie

But how can _every_ scene possibly have revelations that recontextualize the story or force character to life-changing decisions? That's just impossible! I certainly dont remeber any movie where Something Very Important™ happens every minute or so. Even the masterpieces have quite a lot of breathe room during which nothing dramatic or sudden happens.

Everytime I watch a Tyler video I tear up my script and start a new So I'm just gonna wait unit he makes every video on screenplay

If you don't give breath and life to your scene, your characters and your story, then it become so mechanical, with all my respect, the advices you give, are so mechanical, rigide, but storytelling is freedom, look at the great masterpieces, there's always plenty moments of breathe and life, it's a question of dynamics and pace, not only tension resolution...

I’d like to give you a book recommendation. It’s called The Science of Storytelling by Will Storr. It has some interesting insights on how stories work and what purpose they serve in society.

I agree with you on that Jabba scene from _A New Hope._ My problem with it isn't the bad CG Jabba. It's that it's literally the exact same conversation Han had Greedo earlier.

With each specific problem I find in my writing, he provides an answer in his next video - Tyler is seriously telepathic and knows what every writer and audience member needs and wants to see in a good story.

Who's your inspiration tyler ?

Joss Whedon's Justice League scenes are awful

@Tyller Mowery: I recently saw Fan-Project which struck me as overwhelmingly good. I'd like to know your thoughts about the cinematography and writing, since you have a more in depth understanding of the matter then i do. This is the porject: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-DVXEYksoE6c.html This is an analysis from a Lore/Fandom point of view: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE--I1aOvK_9r8.html and a shorter Lore analysis: if you are unfamiliar with Warhammer 40000

He is right in general but there are exceptions. For example, the awards ceremony at the end of Star Wars doesn't advance the story but is still a nice scene of resolution. Likewise, a small scene that doesn't advance the story but serves to make the audience identify with/care for the character can also be important.

And people say Joss Whedon is a great writer? I like Avengers and Age of Ultron is a guilty pleasure but I knew he had limits. Outside of just being tonally strange, Whedon just isn't a fantastic writer.

First! Tyler really great channel, thanks for the content

What about "fun and games" scenes that connects two characters?

Can you do a screen writing comparison video of How Zack Snyder's Justice League changed to Josstice League.

josstice league

Watch the Snyder Cut

Can we please have a video on how to write a strong middle section (2nd act) and how to keep yourself invested in your story during that tedious part where everything seems to fall apart?

Are you excited for the Snyder Cut, Tyler?

I read the title as "Fix Common Sense Mistakes" 😂👀

Great video, Tyler! Please make a video about How to Write Logline and Synopsis.

02:15 wb Quentin Tarantino? Scenes in Inglourious Basterds which are way too long

Was the scene in Fargo in which the Asian guy hit on Marge a bad scene? How about the scene where Showalter took a call-girl to a club where Jose Feliciano was playing? Neither advanced the story.

Any excuse to rag on Justice League. I haven't seen it, but unless you are editing like David Fincher, i don't see anything wrong with letting a scene breathe or have some comedy to punctuate it. Worked well for Guardians of the Galaxy. A well-written script that has lots of just joke moments. Also, you're complaining that scenes dont have any purpose, but also that a scene has back story. Like, which is it? Lord of the Rings begins with a 10 minute exposition dump of stuff that is learned throughout the film. I feel like you are encouraging such rigidity in your videos by trying to remove the things that contribute towards tone, pacing and foreshadowing. Learning information in an early scene might not change the course the character is on, but maybe that info will come into play later. Just seems a little too black and white for me

I think The exemple of Aquaman you chose is not the right one. Following the rules is good but sometimes it lead you to be so concentrated on what you should do and shouldn’t than you lose a writer’s vision. Personally I laughed so hard with this extended scene, Aquaman sitting on the rope. And at the end of the day it’s the purpose, moving your audience with the plot as you say but emotionally too.

You are so amazing, smart and helper. I love your videos, the edition are awesome too! ♥

snyder cut.....? dunno why just put that out there for no god damn reason

Amazing stuff Tyler! Golden information.

Hey Tyler one advice that Brian Brushwood got from Penn (Penn & Teller) is that if you want to be something different you have to think of something that you hate and be the exact opposite of that. Because if you try to be like the people that inspire you, in a way, you’ll be just a half assed copy of that person that inspires you. For some reason I can’t shake this off my mind and although Brian was referring to magic tricks I couldn’t help but assume the same applies to storytelling!

Where would we be without all these dcu movies to show us how not to make film? 🤣😅

“Scenes can't go on for too long” *laughs in Quentin Tarantino*

Tyler's idea of having philosophy at the core of a story is also a good way to weed out the unnecessary scenes. This where I think there's a problem in how the three act structure is often taught. The second act often becomes just a series on unconnected obstacles on the way to the climax, where the story is finally picked up again. Instead, it's useful to think of the second act as "different ways of thinking being tested". The third act then becomes the final test which will decide everything. In the third act, there are no new arguments to be made. Simple example: if the story is about running away from evil and being seen as a coward vs confronting evil but possibly dying, the third act would be the point at which the main character only has one route of escape left, but in order to use it they have to leave their family behind. If they decide to stay, the main character will die, but the family will live and remember them as a hero. Just felt like giving my two cents here.

You could make a video talking about how to create a good villain/antagonist.

Always here for the Justice League jabs!

this channel is extremely underrated

In your own script you didnt follow this sooo im a big fan but what if i dont have a villian and its just a calm movie.....

Awesome explanation! Thanks!!!

I liked the lasso of truth scene ok 😭

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You're right it's a long joke but i think it's worth it coz you pick up information about inner insecurities of a superhero without making Aquaman look weak, what do you think?

I thought the Jabba scene was added to the special edition more to connect the overall story arc of Han Solo, since we already know what happens to him in ESB. Him, continuously, running from his debt came and bit him in the ass. But I probably just reach too far in the universe for that connection. That being said, I can see why it was taken out from the original film for redundancy.

What about Pulp Fiction? The “Royale with cheese” scene doesn’t seem to do any of these things but it’s still so good.

Is there ever going to be series shows oriented? Pilot writing especifically, I would love to hear your take on it

The savagery towards Justice League, I love it. Also, yet another great video with great advice and content. Thank you!

Im so stupid to understand a thing you just said

Maybe next time give us some examples for comparison?

Just discovered your channel. You are great Tyler!

requesting more videos on how to write horror scripts, examples, errors and such!

was i the only one hearing tyler breath in almost every shot

What are some good jobs for aspiring screenwriters?

Tyler you and Abbie Emmons need to mate and create a brood of superwriters

This kids like 20 and yet understands story better than most 40 year olds

Thank you so much. This is a great video

Awesome Tyler, you are the best.

Counterpoint: Mike Yanagina

What about scenes for character development you seem like your trying to write a thriller or horror movie

Ur missing one important thing about filmmaking, where to find a cast and crew , how to get actors, finances for a film or short film.

Yes

great vid!!!

Sweet vid

Hi, Could you make a video explaining how to write a sequence like Better Call Saul Something Stupid montage?

The states scene introduces Jaba as a giant slob. Of course it's not redundant