ALEX GOYETTE

I've used the methods in this course to sell four movie scripts. My films have been picked up by major studios like Netflix, Paramount and 20th Century Fox. My most recent sale BREEDER was the number one recommended script in The Black List newsletter and is going into production later this year.

55 No-Bullshit Lessons

The purpose of this masterclass is to give you all the tools I use to navigate this insane business. My hope is that each lesson brings you one step closer to that moment when you sit in a theater and watch your own movie on the big screen. What I'm not here to do is give you a bunch of rules. You and I both know that the best movies out there break the rules, so the motto of this course is "tools, not rules."

COURSE OVERVIEW

PART 1
IDEATION

In these first five lessons, we’ll dive into the ideation and networking techniques I use to take a great movie idea all the way to a screenplay sale. You'll learn how to uncover the bones of a meaningful story, and how to get it in front of the right people.

PART 2
YOUR HERO

Every screenplay I've ever sold has the same simple thing in common -- a producer read it from start to finish. The key to captivating buyers is to invite them to empathize with a hero. This module will teach you how to build empathy for your protagonist, despite their rough edges.

PART 3
EXECUTION

This module dives into the nuts and bolts of screenwriting execution, focusing on dialogue, action, and character development. Learn how to craft complex characters, ensuring your audience connects with them on a deep emotional level.

PART 4
YOUR HERO'S JOURNEY

Master the digital beat board as I guide you through the process of outlining your story like a pro. You'll learn to break down your screenplay into key scenes to create a compelling, original narrative.

PART 5
YOUR MEANING

Here you'll learn how to infuse your screenplay with deeper meaning by effectively using theme, setting, motifs, and allegory. You'll learn how to pose thematic questions to your audience and explore them through your characters.

PART 6
EXTRA TOOLS

This module equips you with essential storytelling tools to elevate your screenplay, including crafting twists, raising stakes, and adding urgency with a ticking clock. You'll also learn how to seamlessly integrate setups and payoffs, and deliver exposition in a way that keeps your audience engaged.

PART 7
THE PROCESS

Here we'll delve into the various stages of the writing process. Learn techniques to establish a daily writing routine, overcome writer’s block, and refine your script through feedback and coverage. Discover practical strategies to turn your movie ideas into polished, compelling screenplays.

PART 8
THE ARENA

The final module guides you through the complexities of navigating the entertainment industry, from building a network to pitching your screenplay. Learn how to connect with the right people, strategically present your work, and utilize tools like pitch decks and contests to get your script noticed.

If all that sounds intriguing, click the link below to watch the first five lessons for free.

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ALEX GOYETTE

55 No-Bullshit Lessons

COURSE OVERVIEW

PART 1 IDEATION

PART 2 YOUR HERO

PART 3 EXECUTION

PART 4 YOUR HERO'S JOURNEY

PART 5 YOUR MEANING

PART 6 EXTRA TOOLS

PART 7 THE PROCESS

PART 8 THE ARENA