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Plot Structure. Analyzing plot points. A plot structure pyramid. Exposition. Set the scene Introduce characters Establish point of view There is no story… yet. Exposition in Finding Nemo. Marlin ’ s cautious nature is shown when he goes in and out of the home indefinitely
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Plot Structure Analyzing plot points
Exposition • Set the scene • Introduce characters • Establish point of view • There is no story… yet
Exposition in Finding Nemo • Marlin’s cautious nature is shown when he goes in and out of the home indefinitely • Nemo’s ‘lucky fin’ is revealed, showing that he was physically affected by the barracuda attack. • We also see that Nemo is a regular kid, annoyed by his father’s worrying. • Marlin is socially awkward, revealed through his terribly unfunny joke.
Inciting incident • The story starts where the trouble starts • Create conflict • Complicate your protagonist’s life • Protagonist = main character
Inciting incident in Finding Nemo • When does the conflict truly begin? • Nemo is taken by the divers • It is the origin of the next act, the rising action
Rising action • The story builds • Key characters are in focus • Characters are in trouble • Many small challenges leading to the bigger goal
Rising action in Finding Nemo • Dory! • Marlin encounters the sharks. • Marlin goes through the jellyfish. • Meets Crush • Nemo gains the friendship of the aquarium fish. • Nemo attempts to escape the aquarium.
Climax • The moment of greatest tension • The point to which all events have led • Characters act
Climax in Finding Nemo • The search for Nemo intersects with Nemo’s own adventures in the dentist’s office. • The climax continues into the ocean, reaching its peak when Nemo rescues the fish trapped in a net.
Falling action • Events are a result of the climax • The story nears its end • What is the fallout from the climax?
Falling action in Finding Nemo • Nemo saves Dorie • Marlin learns to trust his son.
Resolution • The protagonist solves the problem • Characters change because of the journey
Resolution in Finding Nemo • Marlin finally tells his whole joke. • Marlin is no longer over protective of his son. • Nemo is confident and happy.