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Beyond the Screenplay

by Michael Tucker

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Beyond the Screenplay Writes a Movie | Patreon Preview

September 8, 2026 · 29 min

Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay/posts/beyond-writes-168200117 With this video we're trying a different format, and we'd really love to hear your feedback!In…
Episode 211: Fixing Prometheus

August 28, 2026 · 2 hr 6 min

The team behind Lessons from the Screenplay breaks down the narrative of Prometheus to extract storytelling lessons and explore the kinds of tools writers can use to address various problems in their stories. In particular, we look at the…
Episode 210: The Odyssey

July 31, 2026 · 1 hr 44 min

The BTS team discusses Odysseus' character arc, Nolan's modern approach to crafting a mythological epic, and the story's themes of homecoming, hospitality, and guilt. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LZIQUlPEh24 🎬 Join…
Episode 209: Disclosure Day

June 26, 2026 · 1 hr 17 min

The BTS team discusses Spielberg legacy of alien encounter movies, the bombastic action sequences, the performances and character design, and how it all comes together in the film's final moments. Watch this episode on YouTube…
Episode 208: Fixing The Dark Knight Rises

April 28, 2026 · 2 hr 5 min

The team behind Lessons from the Screenplay breaks down the narrative of The Dark Knight Rises to extract storytelling lessons and explore the kinds of tools writers can use to address various problems in their stories. In particular, we…

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Patreon Preview: The Princess Bride

April 24, 2026 · 4 min

From of our patron-exclusive episode on The Princess Bride. Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-princess-155569899 🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the…
Episode 207: Project Hail Mary

March 27, 2026 · 1 hr 28 min

The BTS team discusses the film's tone, the effect of its parallel timelines, and why it feels like a throwback to some of Steven Spielberg's early sci-fi films. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Bw4eodxnAOw 🎬 Join our…
Patreon Preview: The Martian

March 25, 2026 · 9 min

From of our patron-exclusive episode on The Martian. Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-martian-153766625 🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay…
Patreon Preview: Fight Club

March 20, 2026 · 24 min

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 Beyond the Screenplay…
Episode 206: Bugonia

February 13, 2026 · 1 hr 34 min

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 keeps the story from feeling too…
Patreon Preview: Marty Supreme

February 4, 2026 · 6 min

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: https://www.patreon…
Episode 205: Stranger Things (Season 5, Vol. 3)

January 6, 2026 · 1 hr 43 min

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: https://youtu.be/uL5_ERvsxAk 🎬…

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About the show

“Lessons from the Screenplay” creator Michael Tucker and the LFTS team do deeper dives into the storytelling of individual movies and chat with the creatives behind those films.