Character Arcs and Story Structure

The video explores Dan Harmon's story circle, using 'The Dark Knight' as an example. It breaks down the film into eight steps: You, Need, Go, Search, Find, Take, Return, and Change. Each step is explained with examples from the movie, illustrating how the protagonist, Bruce Wayne, navigates his journey. The video emphasizes the importance of narrative structure in storytelling and offers resources for writers to apply these principles.

What problem does Dan Harmon address with his story circle?

• Plot holes

• Character development

• Creative loops

• Writer's block

In the story circle, what does the first step 'You' focus on?

• The setting

• The climax

• The antagonist

• The protagonist

What is Bruce Wayne's external need in 'The Dark Knight'?

• To find a replacement for Batman

• To retire

• To be with Rachel

• To defeat the Joker

During the 'Go' step, who does Batman seek as a replacement?

• Alfred

• Commissioner Gordon

• Lucius Fox

• Harvey Dent

What new challenge arises during the 'Search' step?

• Rachel's kidnapping

• Bruce Wayne's retirement

• Harvey Dent's betrayal

• A new crime wave by the Joker

In the 'Find' step, what unexpected event occurs?

• Harvey Dent becomes Two-Face

• Bruce's plan is foiled

• The Joker is captured

• Bruce Wayne retires

What is the price Bruce pays in the 'Take' step?

• Losing Rachel

• Losing Alfred

• Losing his identity

• Losing his fortune

What transformation occurs in the 'Return' step?

• Bruce becomes a villain

• Bruce returns with a new need

• Bruce defeats the Joker

• Bruce decides to retire

How is change visually represented in the 'Change' step?

• Through a new villain

• By Bruce's retirement

• By Batman's decision to take the blame

• Through a new costume