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The Writer's Journey
Mythic Structure for Writers. 25th Anniversary Edition
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This book is ideal for screenwriters, storytellers, and anyone interested in the art of narrative and character creation, particularly those keen on mythological and cinematic storytelling traditions.
Originally an influential memo Vogler wrote for Walt Disney Animation executives regarding The Lion King , The Writer's Journey details a twelve-stage, myth-inspired method that has galvanised Hollywood's treatment of cinematic storytelling.
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Originally an influential memo Vogler wrote for Walt Disney Animation executives regarding The Lion King, The Writer's Journey details a twelve-stage, myth-inspired method that has galvanised Hollywood's treatment of cinematic storytelling.
A format that once seldom deviated beyond a traditional three-act blueprint, Vogler's comprehensive theory of story structure and character development has met with universal acclaim, and is detailed herein using examples from myths, fairy tales, and classic movies.
This book has changed the face of screenwriting worldwide over the last 25 years, and continues to do so.
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Foreword Magazine praises the book for uncovering timeless storytelling secrets from myths and fairy tales, highlighting how Vogler's framework draws on ancient narrative structures to craft compelling stories. It notes the enduring influence of these methods on screenwriting and storytelling craft.
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ISBN: 9781615933150
Publisher: Michael Wiese Productions
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 September 2020
Country: United States
Imprint: Michael Wiese Productions
Illustration: 35 black and white photos
Audience: General / adult
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Width: 152.0mm
Height: 229.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 400
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About the Author
Christopher Vogler made documentary films as an Air Force officer before studying film production at the University of Southern California, where he encountered the ideas of mythologist Joseph Campbell and observed how they influenced the story design of the first Star Wars movie. He worked as a story consultant in the development departments of 20th Century Fox, Walt Disney Pictures and Animation, and Paramount Pictures, and wrote an influential memo on Campbell's Hero's Journey concept that led to his involvement in Disney's Aladdin, The Lion King and Hercules. After the publication of The Writer's Journey, he had a hand in developing the stories of many productions, including Disney's remake of 101 Dalmatians, Fox's Fight Club, Courage Under Fire, Volcano, The Thin Red Line and many others. Vogler lives in Los Angeles, California.
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