Chapter
Natural Language in Writing
20:54 - 23:48 (02:53)
The use of natural language in writing can make dialogue sound authentic, even if it means including half words and ellipses that a writer may not typically use.
Clips
Milos asked the actor to shoot one line, which Cagney nailed perfectly.
20:54 - 22:12 (01:17)
Acting
Summary
Milos asked the actor to shoot one line, which Cagney nailed perfectly. However, when he had to remember the next line, he struggled despite multiple attempts.
ChapterNatural Language in Writing
Episode"Jeff Daniels"
PodcastSmartLess
A discussion on the challenges of writing natural dialogue for film and TV, including the use of ellipses and half words to make lines sound like they're coming from thought.
22:12 - 23:48 (01:35)
Writing, Film, TV
Summary
A discussion on the challenges of writing natural dialogue for film and TV, including the use of ellipses and half words to make lines sound like they're coming from thought. The importance of making the writing work in the interest of creating natural dialogue is also emphasized.