Beyond the Screenplay

In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Fight Club, the BTS team discusses their initial reactions to the film as well as its structural framework.Listen to the full episode over on the Bey...

20 Mars 23min

The BTS team discusses the film's use of containment and dialogue-heavy scenes, dissect how the direction, performances, and score make it all feel epic, and contemplate whether the absurdist approach...

13 Feb 1h 33min

In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Marty Supreme, the BTS team discusses the design of Marty's character arc(s).Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:htt...

4 Feb 6min

The BTS team discusses the finale's pacing, the construction and function of a scene, and how this season and how to bring a show this massive to a satisfying conclusion.Watch this episode on YouTube:...

6 Jan 1h 42min

The BTS team explore the challenges of character arcs, emotional stakes, and the impact of online discourse on media reception. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/G1Mml7V-vQ0Tricia's Cove...

30 Dec 20251h 28min

From of our patron-exclusive episode on Wake Up Dead Man. Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/posts/wake-up-dead-man-146114724🎬 Beyond the Scr...

24 Dec 202517min

The BTS team discusses narrative time jumps, what makes Will's arc so powerful., and what we're hoping for from the final episodes. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PTpPg-xcq54🎬 Join o...

5 Dec 20251h 21min

From of our patron-exclusive episode on Wicked: For Good. Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/posts/144427415🎬 Beyond the Screenplay on YouTub...

2 Dec 202523min