Episode 18: Science of Storytelling

Nick and Griffin discuss the science of storytelling—using Dan Harmon’s story circle to craft a compelling narrative for your film. Plus, your questions about collaborative editing, color temperature, and how to tell if your camera is good enough.

Episode 18: Science of Storytelling

Nick and Griffin discuss the science of storytelling—using Dan Harmon’s story circle to craft a compelling narrative for your film. Plus, your questions about collaborative editing, color temperature, and how to tell if your camera is good enough.

Dan Harmon's whiteboards for Community were covered in story circles—for each character, and even circles within circles.

Dan Harmon’s Story Circle
In addition to creating shows like Community and Rick and Morty, Dan Harmon co-founded the pre-YouTube internet video website Channel 101—where he wrote at length about his story structure technique.

Upcoming Events:

Saturday, May 20—Los Angeles: Filmmaking workshop at Samy’s CameraSunday, May 21—Riverside, CA: Workshop at Image One Camera & Video
 May 24—Jakarta, IndonesiaMay 26—Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaMay 28—Ho Chi Minh, VietnamMay 29 & 30—SingaporeJune 1—Manila, PhilippinesJune 2—Bangkok, Thailand
 June 5—Los Angeles: Dances With Films festivalJune 16–18—Almaty, Kazakhstan: Go Viral Festival

Gear mentioned in this episode:

ThinkTank Perception Pro backpack (Griffin)Lowepro Photo Hatchback 16L backpack (Griffin)Peak Design Everyday Backpack 20L (Nick)“Bastard Amber” lighting gel (Nick)Ice Light (Griffin)

Nick mentioned Final Cut Pro X 10.3 supports shared storage.