video1.0<iframe src="https://www.loom.com/embed/c7506f1d08dc426da754e0d8468dc61f" frameborder="0" width="1920" height="1440" webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen allowfullscreen></iframe>14401920Loomhttps://www.loom.com14401920https://cdn.loom.com/sessions/thumbnails/c7506f1d08dc426da754e0d8468dc61f-caa06c496523c538.gif235.888This Loom focuses on building compelling characters from the inside out rather than leading with structure. David Stem explains that most screenwriting resources overemphasize structure and that writers need to develop internal character life, using examples like Ricky Bobby, Woody, and Schindler. He introduces the Primal Forge GPT, built from dozens of coaching sessions, which can diagnose a character’s wound, lie, and small life by analyzing your work. He also teaches the Diner Test from Five Easy Pieces, where a character’s reaction to a simple scenario reveals who they are internally, and mentions a live workshop using this test with participant work.