Unlock Hollywood Secrets: James DiLapo Reveals What Every Screenwriter Must Know
Ever wonder why some period films make you feel like you’re actually strolling through old streets, while others just feel like a dusty history lesson? It’s not about lining up every fact or nailing the tiniest details—it’s about emotional authenticity. James DiLapo nails it when he says, “We can’t recreate a world, but we can recreate the emotions of it.” That’s the heart of storytelling for screenwriters who want their audience to truly live the experience, not just watch it. If you’ve ever struggled balancing historical accuracy with heartfelt character moments, this perspective might just flip your creative script. Dive into how emotional truth overrules literal truth in the craft of screenwriting—it’s a game-changer. LEARN MORE
“Emotional authenticity, even with a period piece, is more important than historical authenticity. If you can get the audience to feel as if they are there with the characters in that setting, experiencing the world that they are in, that’s the closest we can come to being there. We can’t recreate a world, but we can recreate the emotions of it.”
— James DiLapo
Go Into The Story Interview, May 13, 2013
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