How to Create an Original Concept

Video Written and Recorded by Alberto Halfeld

We can all agree that execution is highly important in storytelling, and saying that it all boils down to concept can sound misguided. However, what Truby is getting at is that, without a truly captivating premise, no one will have the interest to pick up your story. Without a hooky or engaging concept, no one will actually read your execution, no matter how amazing it may be.

In this video, I have three goals want to guide you through a simple and practical process for how you can create a strong original concept which demands your audience’s attention.

[Felchenstien]

A screenwriting course a while back said the absolute WORST thing you should say in a pitch meeting is you have an original idea. :)

[GodOfMoxie]

Thanks for not parating the "Nothing is original" take. The channel is a massive breath of fresh air in what often feels like a lot of repetitive wisdom.

[mohammaddehbashi]

What a great simplification of Concept and Conflict in the Story!Thank You !

[xale]

Insightful video but agree the narration and audio quality is a little rough. Also Jurassic Park was written by Michael Crichton, seems pedantic but if you're going to reference someone's work you need to get their name right. Otherwise great vid and excited to see the channel evolve.

[Ramen_Sensei]

This is what I've been looking for! I've been having trouble with this idea/concept for a few months now, going back and forth between stories trying to see if one can go this way or another way! Thank you!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥

[Deepagrwl]

I often keep getting ideas regarding unique concepts. Thanks to you, now i can add insights as well as instincts to my ideas. Thank you so much.

[adacskipper]

This video has given me some insight on how to fix my script idea, so that's definitely worth a like!

[dominus_ignaviae]

what a breath of fresh air in a world full of convoluted advices! thanks!

[freddyfranchise]

Combining seemingly (or impossible) to combine elements is also called the Bisociation Engine. (Taught to me by Corey Mandell)

[paulpena]

Wow one of the BEST videos I’ve seen related to screenwriting. Actual ACTIONABLE information not just generic advice.

[G-Blockster]

Solid content and a welcome reminder to stay focused on the things that matter.

[patrickbrown]

Incredible. I was just looking for a video on this exact topic. This was very helpful.

[Ravikanth_]

Thank you very much for the high quality videos, this channel is one of the best channels for screenwriters, Thank you ❤

[GeoffMcDonald]

🥰 Brilliant. A simple, clear and easy-to-understand way to create original concepts with two superb examples. Thank you! 🤩

[aarkmish]

Brilliant video! Totally looking forward to more videos on concept.

[leopoldsimmons]

this is unbelievable. this is amazing and practical. this is refreshing.

[jacobedwinolano]

as a pre-service teacher, this video essay is structurally sound from start to finish

[ashleylodewyk]

Good video! Learned something more about conceptualisation and writing. Thanx!

[qqbro]

Thank you so much, I want to write compelling stories and take people on adventures. I have been struggling to figure out how to come up with a concept and this was perfect, much more informational and instructive than what I've seen you might not see this comment but you have earned my subscription 5 times over. I will definitely continue to watch this series.

[marwanelesk]

Very cool video! Thanks for making it.