Summary of The Lost Art Of Story - Adam Skelter [FULL INTERVIEW]

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Adam Skelter discusses the importance of storytelling and how it can help people find meaning in their lives. He shares an instance where a story became contagious and had a significant impact on him. Skelter also discusses the four act story structure and how it can be adapted to different genres.

00:00:00 Adam Skelter discusses how his love of storytelling began with his parents and how it has influenced his writing and directing skills. He also discusses his series "Anatomy of Chaos," which focuses on the way our minds work and how we filter information through our subconscious.
00:05:00 The Lost Art of Story is a book of transcripts of Adam Skelter's screenwriting lectures at CalArts. The book is available for purchase on Amazon, and it includes lessons on topics such as plot, characterization, and dialogue.
00:10:00 The author of the video, Adam Skelter, discusses his YouTube channel and how he approaches storytelling. He also mentions that, although he is never completely satisfied with his work, he is thankful for the feedback he has received from others.
00:15:00 In his full interview, YouTube creator and speaker, Adam Skelter, discusses the importance of storytelling and the different types of art. He explains that art is not only about escaping reality, but also has the ability to help us understand ourselves and our world better. He also discusses the difference between art and entertainment, and how art can be used to give people a sense of community.
00:20:00 The Lost Art of Story discusses the importance of story and how it can be used to help people find meaning in their lives. It argues that, while art can be escapist, it is ultimately about engaging with truths that resonate with multiple generations.
00:25:00 In this YouTube video, Adam Skelter discusses the importance of stories, and how they can be used to explore and process personal emotions. He also shares an instance where a story became contagious and had a significant impact on him.
00:30:00 The Lost Art of Storytelling discusses the Contract that is made when a story is told. The storyteller promises the audience that the story will be worth their time, and that it will have a lasting impact. Some stories that fulfill this contract are Back to the Future, No Country for Old Men, and The Lord of the Rings.
00:35:00 The Lost Art of Story author Adam Skelter discusses his four act story structure and how it can be adapted to different genres. He also discusses the importance of inciting incidents and how they can help to drive the story forward.
00:40:00 In this video, Adam Skelter discusses the 24 plot points used in screenwriting, and how to divide an act into strategies. He also discusses how to understand a story's structure, and how to hit the midpoint to ensure a story's success.
00:45:00 Adam Skelter discusses the importance of setting up the first act, the challenges of writing a compelling story, and how to protect your creative time.
00:50:00 The Lost Art of Story - Adam Skelter discusses his love for writing, how he protects his time, and how it's important for storytellers to have a theme that has survival value.
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In the video, Adam Skelter discusses the importance of story in writing, and how it can be used to create a more engaging and believable experience for the audience. He also discusses the importance of context and subtext in storytelling, and how they can be used to add depth and layers to the plot.

01:00:00 The Lost Art of Story is a talk by Adam Skelter, in which he discusses his thoughts on story-writing and its various themes. He argues that a story's central theme should be easy to discern, and that it is helpful to have a detailed outline before starting to write.
01:05:00 Adam Skelter discusses the importance of outlining a story before writing, the process of writing, and why it's important for writers to be able to sell their work to producers. He also discusses the use of text subtext and context in writing.
01:10:00 In this video, Adam Skelter discusses the importance of understanding the context and subtext of a character's actions in order to understand their motives. He compares this to the way chimpanzees react in the wild, interpreting the intentions of those around them. Ultimately, the less information is given about a character, the more interesting the story becomes.
01:15:00 The Lost Art of Story - Adam Skelter discusses the importance of subtext in storytelling, and how it can be used to create a more believable and engaging experience for the audience. He also discusses the importance of context in storytelling, and how it can be used to add depth and layers to the plot. Adam Skelter argues that subtext is the most important aspect of storytelling, and that it can be used to create a more believable and engaging experience for the audience. He also discusses the importance of context in storytelling, and how it can be used to add depth and layers to the plot. Finally, he discusses the importance of subtext in relation to the entertainment business, and how they are often trying to portray smoking as okay by portraying it as a journey of self-discovery.
01:20:00 The video discusses the Lost Art of Story, which is the ability to tell stories that are compelling to other people. The author recommends that people develop their craft by focusing on being able to delve into their metaphors, and telling stories that are compelling to others.
01:25:00 The Lost Art of Story - Adam Skelter discusses how engaging metaphors in writing can allow writers to access emotions and experiences that are relevant to them and speak to human experiences that connect to all of us. He provides an example of a poet who was able to tap into this ability and write a beautiful poem that moved him.
01:30:00 The Lost Art of Story video by Adam Skelter discusses the nature and definition of religion, and how it informs the narratives we tell ourselves and the consequences of that. He interviews David Sloan Wilson, president of the evolution Institute, about whether his claims about religion in broad and specific terms are worthy of further examination. Skelter also discusses his ideas about the relationship between art and science, and how both are important for understanding complex issues.
01:35:00 The Lost Art of Story is a talk by Adam Skelter about the lost art of storytelling and how it is important for screenwriters to pay attention to every detail in their scripts. He also discusses his book, Anatomy of Chaos, which is a novel that was originally written as a season as a miniseries.
01:40:00 The Lost Art of Story tells the story of Tommy Knox, a cynical reality show producer, and Tommy Knox, a devout believer in a new religion created by Adam Skelter. The two characters clash as they try to navigate the complex and difficult terrain of human relationships and emotions.
01:45:00 In this interview, author, screenwriter, and speaker Adam Skelter discusses the process of adapting his novel "Profit Margin" for the screen and how his characters and dialogue are adapted for each medium. He also discusses how his book can be interpreted and how it is a polemic against the current state of writing.
01:50:00 The author discusses the process of finding and working with editors for their novel. They find three editors who help them refine and polish the novel for publication. Though the process was challenging, the author is ultimately pleased with the end result.
01:55:00 The Lost Art of Story is a video interview with screenwriter, Adam Skelter, discussing the importance of story and how it can be ruined. Skelter talks about how he develops relationships with the characters in his stories and how this affects the way he writes. He also discusses how to avoid common screenwriting mistakes and how allegory can be a powerful storytelling device.

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Adam Skelter discusses the importance of storytelling and how it can be used to challenge individuals' biases and beliefs. He also mentions how one can find their own fascination in stories and then use that as inspiration to tell new, meaningful tales.

02:00:00 The Lost Art of Story is a video series by Adam Skelter that discusses story structure and how to create scenes that are emotionally engaging for the audience. The video discusses how to use Robert McKee's principle of turning from the emotions up to positive, negative, and vice versa, as well as essential scene dynamics.
02:05:00 The video discusses the theme of story and its impact on the viewer. It discusses how some experienced films can be too dark or brutal for some people, and how there is more to story than just displaying ideal virtues. The video discusses the idea of a hero's journey and how it is a more complete paradigm than just displaying ideal virtues. The video discusses tribalism and how it is a specific type of relationship between people and their culture.
02:10:00 The Lost Art of Story discusses the importance of storytelling and how it can be used to explore values and morality. The movie Margin Call is a great example of this, as it explores the psychological mechanisms behind financial crisis without condemning or dismissing it.
02:15:00 The Lost Art of Story discusses the idea of "heroes" and how they are often portrayed in movies and stories. The film discusses how Stanley Tucci's character, Mark Ruffalo's character, and Michael Keaton's character all play important roles in exposing the corruption and dangers of the town's government. The film provides an interesting perspective on the idea of community and how it can be both healthy and dangerous when it is based on shared values and an enemy to unite against.
02:20:00 Adam Skelter discusses the role of story in society and how storytellers can change the public consciousness. He emphasizes the importance of empathy in storytelling and how it can affect the way we see the world.
02:25:00 The video discusses the power of stories and how they can be used to generate new metaphors to help us face difficult times. It also discusses current events and how they can be spun to make people think a certain way. Finally, the speaker discusses how people can decide how they want to engage with stories and art.
02:30:00 The video discusses the importance of storytelling and how it can be used to challenge individuals' biases and beliefs. It also mentions how one can find their own fascination in stories and then use that as inspiration to tell new, meaningful tales.