Hero's Journey and Three-Act Structure

This video tutorial by Maison Braimi introduces the classic Hollywood three-act structure, providing a step-by-step guide to dividing a story into three parts. It covers the first act's introduction of the hero and disruption of their routine life, the second act's challenges and growth, and the third act's climax and resolution. The tutorial uses examples from popular films to illustrate key points, helping viewers understand how to create a compelling narrative.

What is the main topic of the video?

• Classic Hollywood three-act structure

• Famous directors of Hollywood

• Modern filmmaking techniques

• The history of Hollywood

What is the first step in using the three-act structure?

• Introduce the villain

• Develop the climax

• Divide the story into three parts

• Create a plot twist

In the first act, what is the initial focus?

• Introducing the villain

• Introducing the hero and their routine life

• Developing the climax

• Creating a plot twist

What happens to the hero's life in the first act?

• It ends abruptly

• It becomes more balanced

• It remains unchanged

• It is disrupted by an event or villain

What is the hero's main goal in the second act?

• To defeat the villain immediately

• To regain balance

• To find a new home

• To make new friends

How does the villain affect the hero in the second act?

• By becoming the hero's friend

• By helping the hero

• By ignoring the hero

• By using their power to stop the hero

What significant choice does the hero make in the second act?

• To give up

• To join the villain

• To find a way to regain balance

• To leave the journey

What challenge does the hero face towards the end of the second act?

• A major defeat by the villain

• A new ally

• A new journey

• A peaceful resolution

What lesson does the hero learn in the second act?

• To trust the villain

• To give up the journey

• To return home

• A final lesson to defeat the villain

Where does the hero go in the third act?

• To a safe place

• To a new city

• To the villain's territory

• Back home