Almost every great story follows a fundamental structure that captivates readers and viewers alike — the three-act structure. Act 1 establishes the world and characters, Act 3 concludes the story, but it’s Act 2 where the real magic happens: the midpoint. This pivotal moment in your narrative can make or break your story’s momentum. In…
To master the art of storytelling you have to understand the structural elements of a story. That is why I am breaking down all the beats of the three act story structure, and today we’re taking a closer look at the first pinch point. The first pinch point is a critical milestone in story structure…