Narrative and Script Development

Knot Story

Levels of Identification

1st Level: Character psychology.

2nd Level: Situation sociology. Example: A man faces impending death, known to all but him, amidst an ideal week.

Script Argument and Conflict

The unifying script argument is the core conflict driving the narrative. This conflict arises from the interplay between intentions and internal/external resistance, reflecting everyday life struggles.

Chronological Development

An overview of the full script treatment involves four stages:

1. Exposition
2. Conflict Joint
3. Conflict Termination
4. Outcome

Script Development Process

Idea

Ideas can emerge from various sources, from a story germ to a documentary concept. Explore all development possibilities and record them for later review.

Synopsis

A concise promotional summary that determines reader interest.

Treatment

The way information is presented to the viewer.

Full Script

The conflict unfolds in a compelling and progressive order, following four stages:

1. Introduction/Exposition: Introduces characters (physically and psychologically) and their relationship to the story.
2. Conflict Development and Coordination: Evolution of character actions and pursuit of objectives.
3. Conflict Resolution: The defining moment of the story, marking success, failure, or postponement of the objective.
4. Outcome: The new state of relationships between characters after the conflict's resolution.

Script Types

• Literary Script: The narrated story.
• Sequential Script: The story divided into scenes.
• Technical Script: Addresses technical considerations related to the script.