Storytelling Deconstructed is the premier podcast on storytelling theory. Each episode, Cody and Erik analyze a different movie, TV show, or book. They discuss why and how it works when it does, and when it doesn't, they try to use their knowledge in order to fix it, all toward deriving a comprehensive compendium of the timeless principles of storytelling.
In this episode, Cody and Erik conclude their Better Call Saul trilogy. They talk about the techniques the writers use to create captivating plans, how to make plots unpredictable yet satisfying, and their predictions for the ending.
In this episode, Cody and Erik welcome Jarrett Schaefer (writer/director of Chapter 27), and recurring guest Matt Graham on to discuss Chapter 27. They talk about how the film shows the process of self-mythologization, how our sympathies for the main character are modulated throughout, and how to maintain drama when the audience knows the ending. … How Chapter 27 Takes A Villain On The Hero's Journey (feat. writer Jarrett Schaefer, & Matt Graham) Read More »
In this episode, Cody and Erik welcome Niyanta Acharya, a Hollywood TV writer, to talk about her experience in the business and get an insider look into the pitching process.
In this video, Cody and Erik welcome Sheila Jackson (prose writer and TV producer) to discuss Parasite. They talk about how film avoids coming across as preachy, creates a surprising plot, and makes its characters seem intelligent and three-dimensional.
In this episode, Cody and Erik invite Sarah Anthony on the podcast to discuss the best filmic representation of modern loneliness — Lost In Translation. They talk about alternative structures, false endings, and how to create mood.
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