I’m available. That’s all I’m saying. If anyone wants my input on a movie before going into production, don’t be shy… just ask. I mention this in relation to the latest installment of Indiana Jones. The dust has settled. The filmmakers are safely in profit — they have a hit! And Indy 4 is an entertainment to be proud of. But for screenwriters, looking at all four films in the Bullwhip Quartet, it’s also a primer in the difference between good and great. I propose that the first and the third in the series are the best. What do 1 and 3 have that 2 and 4 have less of? Let’s take a quick look at Raiders of the Lost Ark (1) and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (3): 1. Both have clearly stated themes and “stories,” not just set pieces. And that is key! 2. Both 1 and 3 hit the points of the BS2 like clockwork; they are...
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