Blake Snyder
Blake Snyder’s “Save the Cat!” Beat Sheet in 3 act:
Act I:
- Opening Image (1): A visual that represents the struggle & tone of the story. A snapshot of the main character's problem, before the adventure begins.
- Theme Stated (5): Hints at what the story's main message or lesson will be. This can often be a question or a statement made by a character.
- Set-Up (1-10): Establishes the main character's life as it is now. This segment gives us the status quo of the protagonist.
- Catalyst (12): An event that sparks the main story or conflict. It's the call to adventure, the thing that disrupts the status quo.
- Debate (12-25): A period of doubt or questioning. The protagonist wonders, "Should I embark on this journey?"
Break Into Act II:
- Break Into Two (25): The protagonist makes the decision to embark on the journey. The story is now set in a new direction.
Act II:
- B Story (30): Introduces a secondary plot or character that serves as a counterpoint to the main A story.
- Fun and Games (30-55): This is where we see the premise of the movie in full swing. The character faces trials, some of which they might fail, and some they might win.
- Midpoint (55): A major twist or event that ups the stakes and makes the protagonist's goal harder to achieve.
- Bad Guys Close In (55-75): Obstacles become more frequent and harder. The antagonist forces apply pressure on the protagonist.
- All Is Lost (75): The low point of the narrative. It seems like the protagonist has lost everything and their goal is unattainable.
- Dark Night of the Soul (75-85): A moment of reflection and despair. The protagonist must decide whether to continue the fight or to give up.
Break Into Act III:
- Break Into Three (85): Renewed determination and hope. The protagonist decides to try once more, often with a new plan.
Act III:
- Finale (85-110): Climactic sequence. The protagonist confronts the antagonist or the main obstacle, leading to a resolution.
- Final Image (110): A mirror to the opening image, showcasing how much has changed and how the protagonist has transformed.
心得
系統化是很困難的 ex: Jacob把negative model系統化