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- Feb 27, 2014 9:14 pm
- Forum: Dramatica Theory
- Topic: Theory vs. Software - Need help
- Replies: 15
- Views: 35650
Re: Theory vs. Software - Need help
On the side, Armando's book: Dramatica For Screenwriters is very valuable no matter what type of story you are writing. Armando puts together some very basic methods to help the brainstorming and story creation process. The BRIEF SYNOPSIS, for example, can be initially created with four sentences: 1...
- Feb 26, 2014 6:25 pm
- Forum: Practical Dramatica
- Topic: Dramatica v6 Feature Request
- Replies: 1
- Views: 12841
Dramatica v6 Feature Request
Item 1:
The Plot Progression window presents a graphic representation of each throughline using columns, rows, and cells.
I would like to be able to export the Plot Progression window as a .csv file.
The Plot Progression window presents a graphic representation of each throughline using columns, rows, and cells.
I would like to be able to export the Plot Progression window as a .csv file.
- Feb 19, 2014 8:38 pm
- Forum: Practical Dramatica
- Topic: From Dramatica > MMScreenwriter
- Replies: 5
- Views: 18658
Re: From Dramatica > MMScreenwriter
Hi michaelas.
You've got to create Scenes within Dramatica. Dramatica Scenes will appear as individual outlined elements in Movie Magic Screenwriter.
You've got to create Scenes within Dramatica. Dramatica Scenes will appear as individual outlined elements in Movie Magic Screenwriter.
- Feb 19, 2014 11:59 am
- Forum: Dramatica Theory
- Topic: Theory vs. Software - Need help
- Replies: 15
- Views: 35650
Re: Theory vs. Software - Need help
Pete, I apologize for not being able to reply last night, and am glad that Chris made his reply. - Confusion #2: On Element level, the quad containing the thematic conflict (Problem vs. Solution) of my example story would be Proven/Unproven/Accurate/Non-Accurate, which falls under the "How thin...
- Feb 18, 2014 3:23 pm
- Forum: Dramatica Theory
- Topic: Theory vs. Software - Need help
- Replies: 15
- Views: 35650
Re: Theory vs. Software - Need help
Hi Peter. I'm on a tight schedule today and will provide a detailed reply later this evening... meanwhile, I believe Melanie addresses most of your general questions in this essay: http://dramaticapedia.com/2011/10/24/character-development-and-the-28-magic-scenes/ I'll plug your settings into a blan...
- Feb 17, 2014 5:46 pm
- Forum: Dramatica Theory
- Topic: Theory vs. Software - Need help
- Replies: 15
- Views: 35650
Re: Theory vs. Software - Need help
but where do the 24 come from? I just don't get it... See: The Progression of Plot http://dramatica.com/theory/book/plot "6 Goes Into 24 Like Theme Goes Into Scenes We have spoken of the three and four act appreciations of story. It was illustrated how both divisions are valid to specific task...
- Feb 15, 2014 3:38 pm
- Forum: Practical Dramatica
- Topic: History of Dramatica?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 19696
Re: History of Dramatica?
Hi Chris.
When were Layman's Terms introduced?
When were Layman's Terms introduced?
- Feb 01, 2014 6:25 am
- Forum: Practical Dramatica
- Topic: Dramatica Analysis: Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell
- Replies: 0
- Views: 12080
Dramatica Analysis: Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell
Hi everyone.
This month the e-mail discussion list is going to begin discussing the novel and screenplay The Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell.
More information can be found here:
https://buckspub.com/dramatica/analysis/
This month the e-mail discussion list is going to begin discussing the novel and screenplay The Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell.
More information can be found here:
https://buckspub.com/dramatica/analysis/
- Jan 06, 2014 11:24 am
- Forum: Practical Dramatica
- Topic: Story to Story Form & Story Form to Story
- Replies: 5
- Views: 18878
Re: Story to Story Form & Story Form to Story
Hi Kintelary. I don't know what you know, so please bear with me if I repeat something that you already know. First, I'd like to begin by providing a few basic resources for you, and then an experiential commentary will follow. As far as resources are concerned, I recommend the following: Dramatica ...
- Dec 27, 2013 11:09 am
- Forum: Using Screenwriter
- Topic: Setups and Payoffs in Movie Magic Screenwriter?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 12958
Re: Setups and Payoffs in Movie Magic Screenwriter?
I've gone back and forth with two systems: MMS and Outline 4D. In MMS I've used the Notes feature, prefacing each Setup and Payoff with two Dramatica terms using CAPS so they are easier to identify, FW (Forewarning) and DIV (Dividend). I've leaned towards using Outline 4D to track FW's and DIV's bec...
- Nov 26, 2013 9:31 am
- Forum: Using Screenwriter
- Topic: Export to PDF
- Replies: 3
- Views: 14606
Re: Export to PDF
That's not a problem with MMS, it's a problem somewhere on your system. Acrobat/Reader will automatically substitute missing font sets with a default font. You may wish to open up a word processor and confirm that you can utilize the MMS font set. Perhaps removing, restarting, and reinstalling MMS w...
- Nov 20, 2013 10:55 pm
- Forum: Dramatica Theory
- Topic: Setup, Revelation, Conflict & Aftermath
- Replies: 2
- Views: 16441
Re: Setup, Revelation, Conflict & Aftermath
Hi Geoffrey. This post will not answer your question, but for the benefit of others, I would like to include the screenshot from Dramtica Pro v4.0. In DP4.0, the scene concepts of Setup, Revelation, Conflict, and Aftermath are described in: Level Three StoryGuide > Storyweaving > Scene Creation
- Sep 13, 2013 8:04 am
- Forum: Dramatica Theory
- Topic: Dramatica E-Mail Discussion List
- Replies: 8
- Views: 25611
Re: Dramatica E-Mail Discussion List
Hi Kat, I see that, thanks!
The list is still quiet, but I suspect that will change within the next few months.
Feel free to start a discussion.
The list is still quiet, but I suspect that will change within the next few months.
Feel free to start a discussion.
- Aug 16, 2013 3:33 am
- Forum: Outline 4D (formerly StoryView)
- Topic: Subplot Question
- Replies: 5
- Views: 19417
Re: Subplot Question
Here's a screenshot of what I mentioned in the above post.
- Aug 15, 2013 11:58 pm
- Forum: Outline 4D (formerly StoryView)
- Topic: Problems in 4D Outline
- Replies: 8
- Views: 25258
Re: Problems in 4D Outline
I wish I could offer a solution that worked.
When I have encountered problems and sent a report to Write Bros. through the official channel, they have always responded within the course of a business day.
http://support.screenplay.com/contact/
When I have encountered problems and sent a report to Write Bros. through the official channel, they have always responded within the course of a business day.
http://support.screenplay.com/contact/
- Aug 15, 2013 2:11 pm
- Forum: Outline 4D (formerly StoryView)
- Topic: Subplot Question
- Replies: 5
- Views: 19417
Re: Subplot Question
> Can you outline multiple stories in one file?
Yes.
Tools > Document Settings > Event Hierarchies.
You can simply create new hierarchies with sub-levels for additional stories.
Yes.
Tools > Document Settings > Event Hierarchies.
You can simply create new hierarchies with sub-levels for additional stories.
- Aug 15, 2013 2:08 pm
- Forum: Outline 4D (formerly StoryView)
- Topic: Problems in 4D Outline
- Replies: 8
- Views: 25258
Re: Problems in 4D Outline
Are you using Windows 8? If so, there are two things you need to do: Run the program as Administrator, and increase your Windows Memory assignment. Windows 7 or 8 Install instructions are here: http://support.screenplay.com/downloads/Outline_4D/updates/O4D_Update.php Adjusting virtual memory size is...
- Aug 15, 2013 1:33 pm
- Forum: Dramatica Theory
- Topic: A Separation
- Replies: 1
- Views: 14558
Re: A Separation
Shortly after the official storyform becomes available, I will follow-up to the above post with a commentary on the areas that I missed.
Meanwhile, if any of you missed the hangout, the video is available here:
http://dramatica.com/video/users-group/a-separation
Meanwhile, if any of you missed the hangout, the video is available here:
http://dramatica.com/video/users-group/a-separation
- Aug 13, 2013 4:13 pm
- Forum: Dramatica Theory
- Topic: A Separation
- Replies: 1
- Views: 14558
A Separation
First Draft: *CHARACTERS:* Husband - Main Character Daughter - Impact Character Each character is a complex character, but I would associate the following characters to these archetypes: Wife - Reason Homecare Aid - Contagonist Homecare Aid's Husband - Antagonist Grandfather - Emotion *12 QUESTIONS*...
- Aug 12, 2013 9:22 am
- Forum: Dramatica Theory
- Topic: Dramatica E-Mail Discussion List
- Replies: 8
- Views: 25611
Re: Dramatica E-Mail Discussion List
I set the participant list to be viewable by administrators only to reduce the chances of e-mails being harvested by spammers, so to answer your question, no.
To keep this simple,I've sent you an e-mail requesting the address you will use on the list. I will manually add you.
To keep this simple,I've sent you an e-mail requesting the address you will use on the list. I will manually add you.