"Somebody wants something; something's standing in their way of getting it."
I recently discovered this interesting interview with Aaron Sorkin. I love his writing style. He follows the "basic rules of drama" to strengthen his plot and story. Obstacles create conflict, which produces tension and drama, which entertains the audience. For example, in The Two Towers, Faramir stands between Frodo and his goal. He captures the hobbit and, upon discovering the Ring, refuses to release him. He becomes an obstacle for Frodo to overcome. In the book, however, Faramir is completely immune to the Ring's power. This character would strip away the Ring's credibility, which the screenwriters dedicated so much time to establish. Although it caused some controversy amongst Tolkien purists, this screenwriting decision undoubtedly created more tension and drama.
Here's the interview:
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