Bunch Quote by Michael Arndt
“If you write a bunch of different characters with a bunch of different opinions, you end up with these long scenes of everyone standing around talking.”
About This Quote
Source Screenwriting Workshop, 2015
Writing diverse characters with distinct viewpoints can lead to lengthy dialogue scenes that may stall narrative momentum.
In simple terms: Multiple opinions can cause overly talkative scenes.
Key Takeaway
Balance character voices with plot progression.
Themes
dialogue
character development
story pacing
Mood
analytical
practical
Type
craft
instructional
When to use this quote
- film scripts
- TV pilots
- stage plays
- novel drafts
Key Concepts
screenwriting
narrative structure
voice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you convey character ideas visually?
- When should dialogue give way to action?
A Different Perspective
Too much dialogue can reduce visual storytelling.
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