Exploring Storytelling Techniques in Beginnings

What metaphor does Michael Arndt use to describe the challenge of writing a screenplay?

• Flying a plane

• Swimming in the ocean

• Climbing a mountain blindfolded

• Running a marathon

According to Arndt, what is often the real problem when a film doesn't work?

• The middle of the story

• The ending

• The beginning

• The characters

How long is the first act of a typical screenplay?

• 100 pages

• 75 pages

• 25 pages

• 50 pages

What is the main character's 'grand passion' in Toy Story?

• Playing with other toys

• Being Andy's favorite toy

• Going on adventures

• Protecting the toy world

What is Marlin's flaw in Finding Nemo?

• He is too overprotective

• He is too lazy

• He is too selfish

• He is too adventurous

What event disrupts Woody's life in Toy Story?

• Woody gets lost

• Buzz Lightyear arrives

• A new toy store opens

• Andy moves away

What does Arndt mean by 'storm clouds on the horizon'?

• A character's internal conflict

• A change in the weather

• A literal storm approaching

• An impending problem or challenge

What choice does Woody make that leads to a crisis in Toy Story?

• He breaks a toy

• He decides to leave Andy

• He tries to push Buzz behind the desk

• He hides from the other toys

What is the irresponsible choice Bob makes in The Incredibles?

• He ignores his children

• He reveals his identity

• He quits his job

• He lies to his wife and goes moonlighting

What is the ultimate goal for the main character by the end of the journey, according to Arndt?

• To find a treasure

• To become a hero

• To fix their initial flaw

• To defeat the villain