Uncover the Untold Secrets of Screenwriting with Jack Epps in This Exclusive Go Into The Story Interview
The second part of the book is about layering as if you’re painting something with very thin coats one layer at a time. Each layer adds depth and dimension. Trying to enhance the story by creating more conflict, creating oppositional characters, using reveals and reversals and complication — elements throughout the long second act to raise tension and deepen relationships.
The book is a combination of rewriting passes and fundamental chapters. There are eleven separate passes where the writer can choose which passes fit their specific notes. There is the Foundation Pass, Character Pass, Story and Theme Pass to name a few. I strongly believe that organization and planning are essential to a successful rewrite. The book helps the writer gather notes, organize them and then plan their rewrite by creating a game plan. I also strongly believe it is essential to first find out what is working in your screenplay before everybody piles on what isn’t working. Often a writer only hears what is wrong with their script and ends up believing it’s all bad. They often throw it away and start all over again. There must be something good in your script worth saving. Protect what is working and revise what isn’t working.
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