Logline: A mind-bending love story following Greg who, after recently being divorced and then fired, meets the mysterious Isabel, a woman living on the streets and convinced that the polluted, broken world around them is a computer simulation.
An Amazon Original film.


Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Author of The Guide For Every Screenwriter
Guest: Kristy Leigh Lussier, Producer and Screenwriter

Summary:
In this episode of "The Successful Screenwriter," Geoffrey D. Calhoun and Kristy Leigh Lussier analyze the sci-fi drama film "Bliss," starring Owen Wilson and Salma Hayek. They discuss the film's complex narrative, character development, and the exploration of reality and illusion. Kristy Leigh Lussier, a seasoned film critic and screenwriter, provides her expert insights into the film's strengths and areas for improvement. Join Geoffrey and Kristy as they uncover valuable screenwriting lessons from "Bliss."

Takeaways:
Understanding complex narratives and dual realities
Analyzing character development and motivations
Techniques for blending sci-fi and drama genres
Exploring themes of reality and illusion in storytelling
Applying these insights to your own screenwriting projects

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
03:00 - Overview of "Bliss"
12:15 - Complex Narratives and Dual Realities
24:30 - Character Development and Motivations
35:45 - Blending Sci-Fi and Drama
46:00 - Themes of Reality and Illusion
55:30 - Screenwriting Takeaways
01:00:00 - Closing Thoughts

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