Ep. 372 WHY WE ROOT FOR THE UNDERDOG WITH ANGELO PIZZO

A common idiom says, "Everyone loves an underdog story." Today, Mark and Darren explore that concept with acclaimed American screenwriter and producer Angelo Pizzo, whose films include the iconic classics 'HOOSIERS' and 'RUDY.'

They discuss the challenges and philosophy behind writing compelling underdog stories, as Angelo reveals techniques for fostering audience connection and creating emotional experiences.

SNIPPETS:

• Don't think about the odds

• Have blind faith and a strong vision

• Use your own voice

• The essence of all drama is conflict. No conflict, no drama

•  Connect the audience with the desire to know what happens next.

• Connect on an emotional level

• Write from the inside out

• Rooting for the underdog is actually rooting for yourself

• Create unexpected, unique, inventive obstacles