Up: Acting
I’m not a director (and barely an actor), but it’s still a relevant book.
Some takeaways:
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Avoid result direction and adjectives. Instead, use verbs (physical, e.g. charm, challenge), facts (e.g. he opens the door, puts his jacket on your shoulders), images (e.g. a door slamming shut), events (???), and physical tasks (e.g. rearrange the pantry during a conversation).
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Encourage actors to actively listen.