Why Order 66 Is The Best Scene In Star Wars The Closer Look 2023-09-29 | The first 1,000 people to use my link will get a 1 month free trial to Skillshare: https://skl.sh/thecloserlook09231Why is order 66 so heartbreaking? In this video essay, I analyse the iconic scene and why it left such an impact on Star Wars fans everywhere.I----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IMy Discord Server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXSupport me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------I0:00 - Intro0:38 - Part 1 - How To Break The Audience's Heart12:04 - Part 2 - Shifting The Status Quo14:54 - Part 3 - The Perfect TragedyI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Miguel LilyKyong KimCameron BensonMike Schmidt[OG]ChefdaDice PlaistedPeter ShukoffThomas FeuerSalome LEd Rivis
How To Save Star Wars The Closer Look 2023-09-06 | Star Wars is in trouble. Grab Nebula for 40% off with my link: go.nebula.tv/the-closer-lookClick here to grab a lifetime membership of Nebula: go.nebula.tv/lifetime?ref=the-closer-lookWatch my order 66 video here: nebula.tv/videos/the-closer-look-why-order-66-is-the-best-scene-in-star-warsStar Wars is dying. Here's how to save it.I----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IMy Discord Server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXSupport me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyHate me on Twitter (I refuse to call it X): twitter.com/HenryBoseleyI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------I0:00 - Intro1:54 - Part 1 - Where Disney Has Done It Right15:55 - Part 2 - Star Wars Has No Vision30:01 - Part 3 - The Danger Of Giving Fans What They Want1:02:04 - Part 4 - A Messy Canon1:20:24 - Part 5 - A Better PlanI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Kyong KimCameron BensonMaria PeirisMike Schmidt[OG]ChefdaDice PlaistedPeter ShukoffThomas FeuerSalome LEd RivisI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IAll stock footage is provided by GettyWritten & narrated by Henry BoseleyEdited by Brandon Reardin
In Defence Of Pure Evil Villains The Closer Look 2023-08-31 | Pure evil villains are great, actually. The first 1,000 people to use my link https://skl.sh/thecloserlook08231 will receive a one month free trial to Skillshare.Evil villains are underrated. They often work better than sympathetic ones. But why? And when is the best time to throw an evil villain into a story?I----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IMy Discord Server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXSupport me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyHate me on Twitter (I refuse to call it X): twitter.com/HenryBoseleyI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------I0:00 - Sketch1:43 - Intro2:33 - Why Simple, Evil Villains Can Be Great5:05 - When Evil Villains Compliment The Theme11:01 - When A Villain's Sympathy Feels Forced13:44 - A Danger Of Writing Evil Villains17:51 - Evil Does Not Mean Simple21:56 - Tailor Your Villain To Your Hero25:10 - Closing ThoughtsI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Kyong KimCameron BensonMaria PeirisMike Schmidt[OG]ChefdaDice PlaistedPeter ShukoffThomas FeuerSalome LEd RivisI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IAll stock footage is provided by GettyWritten & narrated by Henry BoseleyEdited by Brandon Reardin
The Problem With Rotten Tomatoes The Closer Look 2023-07-01 | Get a month of great cinema FREE on MUBI: mubi.com/thecloserlookWhy do critics disagree with audiences so often? Is it because critics have no taste, or are they looking for things that general audiences aren't?I----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IMy Discord Server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXSupport me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------I0:00 - Intro1:11 - An Issue Of Target Audience3:52 - Critics Want Originality5:56 - Are Critics Pointless?8:55 - Why You Shouldn't Use Rotten Tomatoes11:16 - What Is Good Storytelling Anyway?13:03 - What To Do Instead Of Rotten TomatoesI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Matthew McGinnisOriadaKyong KimCameron BensonMaria PeirisMike Schmidt[OG]ChefdaNStarksThomas FeuerAll stock footage is provided by GettyWritten, recorded & produced by Henry BoseleyEdited by Brandon Reardin
When Good Shows Go Bad — The Mandalorian The Closer Look 2023-05-22 | It's always sad to see good shows fail. The first 1,000 people to use the link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare https://skl.sh/thecloserlook04231The Mandalorian has lost its magic. In this video essay, I break down why season 3 was a disappointment, and why so many fans had a hard time caring about its characters.I----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IMy Discord Server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXSupport me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Daniel UrbinaMatthew McGinnisOriadaKyong KimCameron BensonFrank D. LemkeMaria PeirisMike Schmidt[OG]ChefdaNStarksThomas FeuerEveret
Why People Hate Avatar: A Lesson In Lazy Commentary The Closer Look 2023-05-12 | Grab Nebula for 40% off with my link: go.nebula.tv/the-closer-lookWatch my exclusive video on writing exposition here: nebula.tv/videos/the-closer-look-how-to-write-great-expositionAvatar has a hidden flaw that's VERY hard to notice. In this video essay, I break down Avatar's worst point of failure (IMO) and suggest how it could have been fixed.I----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IMy Discord Server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXSupport me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------I0:00 - Why People Hate Avatar3:00 - Avatar’s Hidden Message8:19 - Cameron Overly Romanticises The Past12:24 - How To Fail At Messaging15:12 - An Example Of Bad Messaging20:29 - An Awful Exploration Of Consumerism27:57 - Avatar Is Literally Propaganda30:04 - The Lessons Avatar Can Teach UsI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IA massive thank you to my $10 + patrons:Daniel UrbinaMatthew McGinnisOriadaKyong KimCameron BensonFrank D. LemkeMaria PeirisMike Schmidt[OG]ChefdaNStarksThomas FeuerEveretI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IWritten, recorded, & produced by Henry BoseleyEdited by Brandon ReardinStock footage provided by Getty
Why Disloyal Adaptations Are Better — The Last of Us The Closer Look 2023-03-11 | Grab Nebula for 40% off with my link: go.nebula.tv/the-closer-lookCheck out my Nebula video on why games are better than movies: nebula.tv/videos/the-closer-look-why-games-are-better-than-movies-next-level-worldbuildingThe Last of Us is a better show than game. Here's why.I----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IMy Discord Server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXSupport me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------I0:00 - Why Good Adaptations Need (some) Disloyalty5:10 - The Power of Hindsight6:58 - Will Season 2 Be Just As Good?9:49 - Joel’s Motivation Works Better11:29 - Solving The Game Adaptation Curse14:18 - Fixing A Problem The Game Couldn’t15:16 - Why The Show Has More Tension18:55 - What Works For One Medium Won’t For Another21:16 - When They Disrespect The Source Material26:46 - Closing ThoughtsI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:EveretKent-Andrè HerlandAlejandro NicoliAlex MorettiKyong KimTaysonCameron BensonFrank D. LemkeMaria PeirisMike Schmidt[OG]ChefdaElizabethJustElizabethFelicity FranklinNStarksThomas Feuer
How Bad Dialogue Ruined Thor 4 The Closer Look 2022-12-12 | Thor 4 has a dialogue problem. Go to nordvpn.com/closerlook to get 2 years of Nord with 4 months extra for free!Thor Love and Thunder makes a big mistake with its dialogue. In this video essay, I break down why and how they could have done better.I----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IMy Discord Server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXSupport me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------I0:00 - Thor 4 Has A Dialogue Problem1:30 - Rewriting Thor 4's Dialogue3:09 - When A Movie Has No Subtext5:32 - Why Narration Is Often Boring8:20 - Nothing Beats Subtext At Exposition11:09 - The Main Reason To Use Subtext12:57 - OutroI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Kyong KimLachFlexFrank D. Lemke[OG]ChefdaDain BramageEd RivisElizabethJustElizabethKent-Andrè HerlandMike SchmidtNStarksRichard WilliamsThomas Feuer
How To Make Boring Characters — Rings of Power The Closer Look 2022-11-22 | Rings of Power had terribly written characters. Get Curiosity Stream and Nebula for 26% off: curiositystream.com/thecloserlookRings of Power's characters were awfully written. In this video essay, I break down why and how Amazon could have done better.I----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IMy Discord Server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXSupport me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------I0:00 - Why Rings Of Power Failed4:35 - Why Galadriel Is A Boring Character11:32 - Fixing Galadriel13:45 - Galadriel's One Saving Grace Isn't Enough17:01 - Fixing Galadriel (again)18:27 - Galadriel Has The Depth Of A Puddle20:54 - Galadriel's Choices Make No Sense23:08 - The 3 Reasons Why Elrond Is Boring30:48 - Fixing ElrondI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Kent-Andrè HerlandLachFlexKyong KimFrank D. LemkeMaria PeirisDain BramageMike Schmidt[OG]ChefdaElizabethJustElizabethFelicity FranklinNStarksThomas FeuerSome of the music here is made by Vindesvept. Check out his channel: youtube.com/c/VindsveptThe rest is made by Epidemic Sound. Check them out here: http://epidemicsound.com/creator
How To Fail At Magic — Dr Strange 2 The Closer Look 2022-10-03 | Marvel messed up their magic! Grab The Fellowship of the Ring for free on Audible by clicking audible.com/lotr or text LOTR to 500-500!Dr Strange in the multiverse of madness has one of the worst magic systems I've ever seen, but why? Where did the film go wrong with its magic, and how could it have been better?0:00 - Intro1:01 - Part 1 - Explore Before You Expand26:34 - Part 2 - Why Don’t They Just…?36:59 - Part 3 - Limitations Trump Strengths43:44 - Part 4 - A Better Magic SystemI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IMy Discord Server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXSupport me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Kent-Andrè HerlandKyong KimFrank D. LemkeDain Bramage[OG]ChefdaDecipher YourselfElizabethJustElizabethNStarksThomas FeuerSome of the music here is made by Vindesvept. Check out his channel: youtube.com/c/Vindsvept
I made a mistake The Closer Look 2022-08-11 | I made a terrible video recently, it's time to break down where I went wrong, and explain the lessons I learned.I----------------------------------------------------------------------------------ISupport me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Discord Server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Alex MorettiKyong KimFrank D. LemkeAlex HuMike Schmidt[OG]ChefdaElizabethJustElizabethFelicity FranklinLuminéNStarksThomas FeuerSelect footage courtesy Getty
How To Write A Terrifying Villain — The Boys The Closer Look 2022-07-19 | Why is Homelander such a good villain? Get started with Audible & grab Bird by Bird for free by going to http://www.audible.com/closerlook or text closerlook to 500 500!Homelander is the most terrifying villain I've ever seen, but why? What makes his character so terrifying to the audience? And what can we learn from him?I----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IMy Discord Server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXSupport me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------I0:00 - Intro0:29 - Power3:12 - Motivation5:08 - Maliciousness8:34 - UncertaintyI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Alex MorettiKyong KimFrank D. LemkeAlex HuMike Schmidt[OG]ChefdaElizabethJustElizabethFelicity FranklinLuminéNStarksThomas FeuerSelect footage courtesy of Getty Images
Why We Love A Darker Batman The Closer Look 2022-05-31 | Batman works best in the dark. Get started with Audible & grab The Secrets of Story for free by going to http://www.audible.com/closerlook or text closerlook to 500 500!Why does Batman work best in dark stories? In this video essay, I break down why Batman needs the dark to shine.I----------------------------------------------------------------------------------ISupport me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Discord Server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------I0:00 - Intro1:25 - How Not To Be A Hero3:58 - Why Good Heroes Are Evil6:38 - Batman Is The Master Of His Shadow8:24 - How Nietzsche Relates To Batman11:10 - Why Batman Is A Great Role Model13:18 - Why We Love A Darker BatmanI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------IA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Alex MorettiKyong KimFrank D. LemkeAlex HuMike Schmidt[OG]ChefdaElizabethJustElizabethFelicity FranklinLuminéNStarksThomas FeuerSelect footage courtesy Getty
How To Write Great Magic — No Way Home, Harry Potter & God of War The Closer Look 2022-04-20 | There's a secret to writing magic that nobody talks about. Get started with Audible & grab The Final Empire for free by going to http://www.audible.com/closerlook or text closerlook to 500 500!Nobody talks about the most effective way to write magic into a story. In this video essay, I break down what it is, and how you can use this technique yourself by analysing some popular films and games. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Discord Server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseley--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The music used 4 minutes in is 'Into Silence' by 'Vindsvept'.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------A massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Kyong KimChris KFrank D. Lemke[OG]ChefdaElizabethJustElizabethFelicity FranklinLittleBitsLuminéManEatingMareMike SchmidtNStarksRichard WilliamsThomas FeuerThomas PaczoltTrace Sosebee--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------0:00 - Intro0:48 - A Recap of No Way Home's Plot 2:04 - How Magic Enables Great Character Arcs7:16 - Why Do We Remember Myths So Well?9:30 - Why Are All Myths Fantasy?12:34 - The Hidden Meaning Of Harry Potter's Magic17:57 - How The Collective Unconscious Relates To This19:04 - Why God Of War's Magic Is Genius22:01 - Why Magic Is An S-Tier Storytelling Device
How To Ruin A Boba — The Book of Boba Fett The Closer Look 2022-04-01 | They wasted Boba Fett's character. Get started with Audible & grab Darth Plagueis for free by going to http://www.audible.com/closerlook or text closerlook to 500 500!The Book Of Boba Fett ruined Boba's character. In this video essay, I break down how Disney wasted one of Star Wars's most enigmatic characters.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Discord Server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseley-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------0:00 - How To Ruin A Boba4:13 - Disney Is Terrified Of Flawed Protagonists8:45 - This Boba Isn't Boba!14:19 - A Defective Concept17:24 - A Character Analysis Of Boba21:15 - A Better Boba-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------A massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:LittleBitsKyong KimChris KFrank D. LemkeMike Schmidt[OG]AtticChefdaElizabethJustElizabethFelicity FranklinLuminéNStarksThomas FeuerThomas PaczoltTrace Sosebee
Dear Marvel, Stop Trying To End The World The Closer Look 2022-03-11 | Get Curiosity Stream and Nebula for 26% off: curiositystream.com/thecloserlookMarvel, stop doing end of the world plots; it's getting boring.Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Discord Server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseley-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------0:00 - Intro1:39 - Where Marvel Has Done It Right2:42 - Why World Ending Threats Can Be Great5:24 - Why Shang-Chi's Climax Fell Flat8:30 - Bigger Is Not Better10:14 - But Also, Big Is Not Bad-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------A massive thank you to my $10+ patrons: LittleBitsKyong KimFrank D. LemkeMike Schmidt[OG]AtticChefdaElizabethJustElizabethFelicity FranklinLuminéNoel ShulerThomas FeuerThomas PaczoltTrace Sosebee
How To Kill A Legacy — Matrix Resurrections The Closer Look 2022-02-11 | Matrix Resurrections was a waste of a sequel. Start listening to Audible, grabbing Stein On Writing for free by going to http://www.audible.com/closerlook or text closerlook to 500 500!Matrix Resurrections was a disappointment to many matrix fans. In this video essay, I break down why.Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Discord Server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseley-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------0:00 - Intro2:31 - A Boring Beginning6:54 - A Redemptive Theme7:59 - A Shattered 4th Wall10:59 - How To Fail At Nostalgia12:40 - A Crisis Of Purpose16:47 - Lessons Learned18:02 - A Better Story-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------A massive thank you to my $10+ patrons: LittleBitsKyong KimMatthew BradyFrank D. LemkeMike Schmidt[OG]AtticChefdaElizabethJustElizabethFelicity FranklinLuminéNoel ShulerThomas FeuerThomas PaczoltTrace SosebeeMy Name In The Description
How To Make A Boring Villain — No Time To Die The Closer Look 2021-12-24 | No Time To Die's villain was boring. Get Curiosity Stream and Nebula for 26% off: curiositystream.com/thecloserlookWhy was No Time To Die's villain just so boring? This video essay breaks down the why, then suggests a better way they could have done their villain.Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Discord: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseley0:00 - Intro0:47 - A Sloppy Motivation4:57 - An Awful Chemistry9:56 - A Puppet For A Villain17:11 - A Neglected Backstory20:39 - A Better VillainA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:LittleBitsKyong KimYoung Bi KangMatthew BradyFrank D. LemkeMike Schmidt[OG]AtticChefdaElizabethJustElizabethFelicity FranklinLuminéMister AndersonThomas FeuerThomas PaczoltTrace SosebeeMy Name In The Description
How To Make A Great Pilot — Squid Game The Closer Look 2021-12-08 | Try out Campfire for free by clicking bit.ly/CloserLook21 then use my code 'closerlook22' to get 20% off all lifetime purchases.Squid Game's pilot did something fascinating with its protagonist. How did it get away with making him a total loser at the start? How is it possible to root for a protagonist if they're unlikeable? And is likeability even necessary at all?My Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyMy Discord server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:LittleBitsKyong KimRalf SinghJoshua MangrumMatthew BradyFrank D. LemkeMike Schmidt[OG]AtticChefdaElizabethJustElizabethFelicity FranklinLuminéMister AndersonThomas FeuerThomas PaczoltTrace Sosebee
The Hidden Genius Of Cyberpunk 2077s World — How To Do Exposition The Closer Look 2021-11-15 | We didn't give Cyberpunk 2077 enough credit. Get Curiosity Stream and Nebula for 26% off: curiositystream.com/thecloserlookSupport me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyMy Discord server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:LittleBitsKyong KimRalf SinghJoshua MangrumMatthew BradyFrank D. LemkeMike Schmidt[OG]AtticChefdaElizabethJustElizabethFelicity FranklinLuminéMister AndersonThomas FeuerThomas PaczoltTrace Sosebee
How DC Learned Its Lesson — The Suicide Squad The Closer Look 2021-08-31 | DC finally learned its lesson. The first 1000 people to use the link will get a one-month free trial of Skillshare Premium Membership: https://skl.sh/thecloserlook08211How did DC go from making wonder woman 1984, one of the worst superhero movies ever made, to making the suicide squad, one of the DCEU's best films? In this video essay, I ask why.Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyMy Discord server: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Kyong KimLuminéDre WhitneyJoshua MangrumMary VexMatthew BradyTrace SosebeeFrank D. LemkeMike Schmidt[OG]ChefdaElizabethJustElizabethFelicity FranklinMister AndersonThomas FeuerThomas Paczolt
How To Waste A Villain - Black Widow The Closer Look 2021-08-03 | Black Widow wasted its villain, here's how. Get Curiosity Stream and Nebula for 26% off: curiositystream.com/thecloserlookSupport me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyHate me on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyMy Discord: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Kyong KimLuminéMatthew BradyTrace SosebeeMark MillerChefdaFelicity FranklinMeulnaMister AndersonThomas FeuerThomas Paczolt
Snyder’s Batman Is Terrible (And Here’s Why) The Closer Look 2021-05-13 | Start listening on Audible with a 30 day trial! Get any audiobook you like for free by going to http://www.audible.com/closerlook or text closerlook to 500 500!Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleySend me hate on Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyZack Snyder's Batman has been a terrible incarnation of the character. In this video essay, I break down why this is, and suggest a rewrite of the DCEU to fix this Batman.0:00 - Intro3:45 - Part 1 - Why Batman Is A Fantastic Character6:03 - Part 2 - Why Snyder's Batman Is Terrible42:10 - Part 3 - A Better BatmanA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Benjamin HouserKyong KimMatthew BradyTrace SosebeeFrank D. LemkeMark MillerChefdaElizabethJustElizabethFelicity FranklinMeulnaThomas FeuerThomas Paczolt
How To Harm Your Audience - Wonder Woman 1984 The Closer Look 2021-02-11 | Go to audible.com/closerlook or text 'closerlook' to 500 500 to get your first 6 months for $9.95/monthWonder Woman 1984 is the worst superhero movie ever made. In this video essay, I explain why...My Discord: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXMy Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseley0:00 - Cold Open5:20 - Intro7:44 - Part 1 - Dreadful Dialogue19:47 - Part 2 - A Toxic Moral34:39 - Part 3 - A Volatile Tone40:12 - Part 4 - Weak Characters54:17 - Part 5 - Awful Representations1:00:17 - Part 6 - Poor Pacing1:08:47 - Part 7 - A Terrible Magic SystemA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Benjamin HouserKyong KimMatthew BradyMark MillerFelicity FranklinPhilipp BuschElizabethJustElizabethTyler DiffieJustin SchreiberDavid HumanChefdazuro64
Tenet - The Best Kind Of Failure The Closer Look 2021-01-10 | I've never been so glad to watch a film I didn't enjoy. Get Curiosity Stream and Nebula for one low price: curiositystream.com/thecloserlookMy Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Discord: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXMy Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Benjamin HouserDeborahKyong KimMatthew BradyMark MillerFelicity FranklinHunajakaniPhilipp BuschElizabethJustElizabethArkenTyler DiffieJustin SchreiberDavid HumanChefdazuro64
How To Divide A Fanbase - The Last of Us 2 The Closer Look 2020-08-15 | Start listening with a 30-day Audible trial! Get any audiobook you like for free by going to http://www.audible.com/closerlook or text closerlook to 500 500!The Last of Us 2 is The Last Jedi of gaming. It's divided its players more so than any game before. This video essay asks how Naughty Dog achieved this and pitches a fixed story that would have been far less divisive.0:00 - Introduction1:38 - Part 1 - Druckmann's Biggest Mistake5:59 - Part 2 - The Autopsy45:25 - Part 3 - A Better StoryMy Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyMy Discord: discord.com/invite/aJpYPQXA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:LazyJesterYeet-manFrancesco Maria TrincheseKyong KimM (Marcelo Olavarria)Matthew BradyMark MillerPhilipp BuschDave Culbertson MillerElizabethJustElizabethArkenTyler DiffieJustin SchreiberRonin CallahanDavid HumanChefdazuro64Vokiar
Star Wars - How To Kill A Franchise The Closer Look 2020-07-05 | The first 1000 people who click the link will get 2 free months of Skillshare Premium: https://skl.sh/thecloserlook7My Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleySpacedock's channel: youtube.com/channel/UCfjaAUlTZRHJapJmCT6eyIg-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------0:00 - Introduction4:45 - Part 1 - The Whole Trilogy is a Bad Sequel21:52 - Part 2 - A Boring World54:11 - Part 3 - A Confused Vision1:06:40 - Part 4 - A Better Story------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------A massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Yeet-manKyong KimMarcelo Olavarriamarquitectosltda@hotmail.comMatthew BradyArkenChefdaDavid HumanElizabethJustElizabethJarod BlanchetteJustin SchreiberMark MillerRonin CallahanTyler DiffieVokiarWright Cheungzuro64
How To Fail At Character - The Rise of Skywalker The Closer Look 2020-05-06 | Go to https://NordVPN.com/thecloserlook or use code THECLOSERLOOK to get 70% off a 3 year plan plus 1 additional month free.The Rise of Skywalker was disliked by most people who saw it. In this video essay, I ask why this star wars film failed to resonate with its viewers, and I teach some valuable lessons on how to do a character well...How To Fail At Character - The Rise of SkywalkerMy Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyMy Discord: discord.gg/aJpYPQXMore information about NordVPN: youtube.com/nordvpnA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Andrew R EngYeet-manKyong KimMarcelo OlavarriaMatthew BradyMark MillerTyler DiffieDennis MaurerCameron CrisamoreOutlaw n' BonemanJustin SchreiberRonin CallahanDavid HumanChefdaWright Cheungzuro64Megan SolariVokiarJarod Blanchette
How To Do A Plot Twist - Knives Out The Closer Look 2020-03-25 | Start listening with a 30-day Audible trial. Choose 1 audiobook and 2 Audible Originals absolutely free. Visit http://www.audible.com/closerlook or text closerlook to 500 500. My Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyKnives Out was miles better than Rian Johnson's last film Star Wars: The Last Jedi. But Knives Out is praised for subverting people's expectations, while The Last Jedi was criticised for the exact same thing. What? How does that make any sense? In this video essay, I break down the lesson Rian Johnson learned on how to do a subversion...A massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Sam HaboushNima ShariatianKent-andrè HerlandKyong KimJamsin EntertainmentLeighton McGrathMarcelo OlavarriaMatthew BradyMark MillerSean SteoTyler DiffieJanet HaDennis MaurerCameron CrisamoreOutlaw n' BonemanJustin SchreiberRonin CallahanDavid HumanChefdaGeorge LesterWright Cheungzuro64Megan SolariVokiarZachary BarryJarod Blanchette
How To Do A Fight Scene The Closer Look 2020-02-26 | Go to https://NordVPN.com/thecloserlook or use code THECLOSERLOOK to get 70% off a 3 year plan plus 1 additional month free.How do you write a fight scene? In this video essay, I analyse several great fight scenes to help you improve your writing craft.My Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Nima ShariatianKent-andrè HerlandKyong KimRonin CallahanJamsin EntertainmentLeighton McGrathMarcelo OlavarriaMatthew BradyMark MillerTyler DiffieJanet HaDennis MaurerCameron CrisamoreOutlaw n' BonemanJustin SchreiberDavid HumanChefdaGeorge LesterWright Cheungzuro64Megan SolariVokiarZachary BarryJarod Blanchette
How To Fail At Adaptation - The Witcher The Closer Look 2020-01-22 | Start listening with a 30-day Audible trial. Choose 1 audiobook and 2 Audible Originals absolutely free. Visit http://www.audible.com/closerlook or text closerlook to 500 500.Netflix's The Witcher is an incredibly polarising show. Some love it, some hate it. In this video essay, I break down the show's flaws and why it fails to live up to the book.My Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Nima ShariatianKent-andrè HerlandKyong KimRonin CallahanJamsin EntertainmentLeighton McGrathMarcelo OlavarriaMatthew BradyDr. Martin C. WolffJohn CastriconeMark MillerTyler DiffieJanet HaDennis MaurerCameron CrisamoreOutlaw n' BonemanJustin SchreiberDavid HumanChefdaGeorge LesterWright Cheungzuro64Megan SolariVokiarZachary BarryJarod Blanchette
The Terrible Problem With Skyrims Magic (And Why Death Strandings Is Genius) The Closer Look 2019-12-09 | Skyrim had a boring magic system. But Death Stranding does its magic so much better. Why? This video essay is about worldbuilding and what makes for a good magic system. Support me on Patreon to get early access, join my discord, get me to critique your writing and more cool rewards: patreon.com/henryboseley My Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyA massive thankyou to my $10+ patrons:Jonny GordonNima ShariatianKent-andrè HerlandMatthew BradyJamsin EntertainmentTheTravelingAuthorMajestical Discomfort John CastriconeLeighton McGrathJoy-Based LivingMarcelo OlavarriaDr. Martin C. WolffMark MillerZachary BarryChefdaWright Cheungzuro64George LesterDiddilyDugglerNicholas J. WilliamsDavid HumanMegan SolariJarod BlanchetteVokiar
How To Make Spider-Man Boring - Far From Home The Closer Look 2019-11-08 | Go to https://NordVPN.com/thecloserlook to get 70% off a 3 year plan and use code THECLOSERLOOK for 2 additional months free.Spider-man Far From Home had a critical flaw that held back the movie. In this video essay I analyse what it is and how it could have been fixed... Please help me postpone getting a real job by supporting me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyLike and Subscribe. It's free!A massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Kent-andrè HerlandJamsin EntertainmentMajestical DiscomfortLeighton McGrathTheTravelingAuthorM (Marcelo Olavarria)Matthew BradyDr. Martin C. WolffJoy-Based LivingJohn CastriconeMark MillerDavid HumanOutcatsChefdaGeorge LesterWright Cheungzuro64Justin MeyerMegan SolariVokiarNicholas J. WilliamsZachary BarryJarod Blanchette
How To Make A Video Essay The Closer Look 2019-11-03 | How do you make a good video essay? In this video I give my two cents on the topic, as well as start drama and slag off my peers.Like and subscribe. It's free!Please help me postpone not getting a real job by supporting me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleySources:Patrick H Willems: youtube.com/watch?v=H13yrUgQT4ARuskie (my gaming channel): youtube.com/channel/UCihLn-IxDpxEzDg0A7QjqTgSovietWomble: youtube.com/user/SovietWombleNerdwriter1: youtube.com/watch?v=v2soHxEN79cA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Matthew BradyTheTravellingAuthorMajestical DiscomfortJohn CastriconeLeighton McGrathJoy-Based LivingM (Marcelo Olavarria)Dr. Martin C. WolffMark MillerZachary BarryChefdaWright CheungGeorge Lesterzuro64VokiarJarod BlanchetteMegan SolariJustin MeyerNicholas J. WilliamsOutcats
Avengers Endgame - How To Waste A Climax The Closer Look 2019-09-12 | Go to http://www.audible.com/closerlook or text CLOSERLOOK to 500500 to get a free book, 2 free Audible Originals, and a 30 day free trial.The final battle of Avengers Endgame was a tragic waste of potential, in this video essay, I ask why.My Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:TheTravelingAuthor.comM (Marcelo Olavarria)Plot Point StudioMatthew BradyDr. Martin C. WolffJoy-Based LivingJohn CastriconeMark MillerOutcatsChefdaTitaGeorge LesterWright Cheungzuro64Justin MeyerMegan SolariVokiarNicholas J. WilliamsZachary BarryJarod Blanchette
Why George RR Martin Is Wrong - (A Defence Of Video Games) The Closer Look 2019-08-13 | Go to https://NordVPN.com/thecloserlook and or use code THECLOSERLOOK to to get 75% off a 3 year plan. Protect yourself online today!In today's video essay I analyse video games and the place they hold in the spectrum of art, identifying the specific things games can do that other mediums cannot.My Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyMy Twitter: twitter.com/HenryBoseleyA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:M (Marcelo Olavarria)Plot Point StudioMatthew BradyDr. Martin C. WolffJoy-Based LivingNicholas KratzeroneMark MillerJohn CastriconeChefdaTitaGeorge LesterWright Cheungzuro64Justin MeyerMegan SolariVokiarNicholas J. WilliamsRobinZachary BarryJarod Blanchette
How To Bore Your Audience - Holmes and Watson The Closer Look 2019-06-20 | Go to https://NordVPN.com/thecloserlook and or use code THECLOSERLOOK to to get 75% off a 3 year plan. Protect yourself online today!Holmes and Watson is quite arguably the worst comedy of all time, but why is it such an unbelievably bad movie? In this video essay I dissect one of it's key failings, that being an abundant use of cliché. This video is a deep dive into the topic of cliché, asking why cliches are so deadly for the quality of your work...Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Matthew BradyTitusDr. Martin C. WolffJoy-Based LivingJackolus GamerNicholas KratzerJohn CastriconeMark MillerChefdaTitaGeorge LesterWright Cheungzuro64Justin MeyerMegan SolariEthanVokiarNicholas J. WilliamsRobinZachary BarryJarod BlanchetteGeorge Orwell's politics and the English language: http://public-library.uk/ebooks/72/30.pdfAll music used (apart from galaxy quest theme) is from epidemic sound.
How To Alienate Your Audience The Closer Look 2019-04-19 | Go to https://NordVPN.com/thecloserlook and or use code THECLOSERLOOK to to get 75% off a 3 year plan. Protect yourself online today!Season 11 of Doctor Who has been widely panned for being too political, however there are a great number of works out there that get drenched in the most sensitive topics yet are received with near-universal critical acclaim. How does that make any sense? In this video essay I ask why...Please support me on patreon so I can make more of these videos: patreon.com/henryboseleyA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons: TitusDr. Martin C. WolffJoy-Based LivingNicholas KratzerJohn CastriconeMark MillerThe Biotechnological Fragmentation Gre-nadeWright Cheungzuro64Justin MeyerMegan SolariEthanNicholas J. WilliamsRobinZachary BarryJarod Blanchette
The Crimes Of Grindelwald: Why Its The Worst The Closer Look 2019-03-17 | Go to https://NordVPN.com/thecloserlook and or use code THECLOSERLOOK to to get 75% off a 3 year plan. Protect yourself online today!Fantastic beasts: the crimes of grindelwald was received with near universal criticism. In this video essay I identify the one reason why this movie was as bad as it was...Please support me on patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyA massive thank you to my $10+ patrons:Jonny GordonDr. Martin C. WolffJoy-Based LivingDiddilyDugglerNicholas KratzerJohn Castriconezuro64Justin MeyerMegan SolariEthanNicholas J. WilliamsRobinZachary BarryJarod Blanchette
How To Write Great Dialogue The Closer Look 2019-02-13 | Go to http://www.audible.com/closerlook or text CLOSERLOOK to 500500 to get a free book, 2 free Audible Originals, and a 30 day free trial.Support me on Patreon for: early access, consultation sessions, and access to my discord: patreon.com/henryboseleyWhat makes great dialogue? In this video essay I talk about subtext, purpose, and realism. The three pillars of what makes great dialogue. A massive thank-you to my $10+ patrons:Jonny GordonJackolus GamerDiddilyDugglerJohn CastriconeMichael SchultzBruno SouzaJoy-Based LivingNicholas KratzerZander SmithDr. Martin C. WolffMark MillerZachary BarryEthanKristin McTiernanNicholas J. WilliamsJarod BlanchetteRobin
How Not To Reboot A Movie The Closer Look 2018-12-26 | Support me on Patreon to get 5 days early access, a place in my discord, and a free consultation session: patreon.com/henryboseleyAlternatively, if you don't like Patreon you can donate through Paypal using this link: www.paypal.me/ruskieThe Predator 2018 was a poor film, its writing was weak, and it failed to capture what made the original predator so great. In this video essay I ask why...Please Like and SubscribeA massive thankyou to my patrons:John ChadwellZachary BarryDaniel SturmanCyber JediMatthew T. JulienKen GrayDaniel CiurlizzaSindiel TaylorAlexander GreenwoodAmanda SutrisonoCane MoonfallRyan DunleavyKevin HeylJarod BlanchetteFarakh MasoodPedro SilvaHugo Rochha Loures KosopJimmy DinhAlbert SnellRobby May-SyliantengEvan BlockNicola NikolicMaarten MunterFarakh MasoodKaleb Schad
How To Begin A Movie The Closer Look 2018-10-29 | The first 1000 people to click this link will get 2 months of Skillshare for free: https://skl.sh/thecloserlook6Be sure to check our my class on How to Write a Great Character at: https://skl.sh/closerlookclassSupport me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyThis video is sponsored by Skillshare.In this video essay, I ask what makes a great beginning for a movie and how we can make one ourselves.A massive thank you to my +$5 patrons:PJ CrabbDaniel SturmanMax BuckleyCyber JediMatthew T JulienKen GreySindiel TaylorAlexander GreenwoodAmanda SutrisnoColin (Cane) FriederichRyan DunleavyKevin HeylFarakh MasoodPedro SilvaHugo Rocha Loures KosopJimmy DinhAlbert SnellRobby May-SyliantengEvan BlockNicola NikolicMaarten MunterFarakh MasoodKaleb Schad
The Epidemic Of Cinematic Universes The Closer Look 2018-08-28 | The first 500 people to click this link will get 2 months of Skillshare for free: https://skl.sh/thecloserlook5Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyA massive thank you to my $5+ patrons:Ken GrayFarakh MasoodCyber JediNicola NikolicAlbert SnellColin (Cane) FriederichRyan DunleavyPedro SilvaKristján Ingi EinarssonMax BuckleyJimmy DinhSindiel TaylorAlexander GreenwoodDaniel SturmanRobby May-SyliantengEvan BlockHugo Rocha Loures KosopMaarten MunterAmanda SutrisnoMatthew T JulienPJ CrabbTom Reed
American Vs British Comedy - Which Is Better? The Closer Look 2018-08-04 | Start protecting yourself on the web at https://NordVPN.com/THECLOSERLOOK or use code THECLOSERLOOK and save 77%!Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleySources:Doug Stanhope on US News: youtube.com/watch?v=9Oww4Ap3YZAUK Vs US coverage: youtube.com/watch?v=lAz-F1QnyCkA massive thank you to my patrons:PJ CrabbDaniel SturmanMax BuckleyCyber JediKristján Ingi EinarssonMatthew T JulienSindiel TaylorAlexander GreenwoodTom ReedAmanda SutrisnoColin (Cane) FriederichAlara HearthspireRyan DunleavyFarakh MasoodPedro SilvaHugo Rocha Loures KosopJimmy DinhAlbert SnellRobby May-SyliantengEvan BlockNicola NikolicMaarten MunterFarakh Masood
How Tarantino Writes A Scene The Closer Look 2018-06-10 | The first 699 people to click this link will get 2 months of Skillshare for free http://skl.sh/thecloserlook4Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyQuentin Tarantino is a master at writing dialogue, in this essay I break down his technique to help you understand how he does it...Please Like and Subscribe for more video essays :)Check out my channel that is the closer look but for video games: youtube.com/channel/UCihLn-IxDpxEzDg0A7QjqTgThank you to Skillshare for sponsoring today's video.
The Last Jedi - How Comedy Can Kill A Movie The Closer Look 2018-05-31 | Start protecting yourself on the web at https://NordVPN.com/THECLOSERLOOK or use code THECLOSERLOOK and save 77%!Star wars the last jedi was an incredibly controversial film however in this video I explain why its use of bathos and bad comedy ruined the film for me.Please Like and Subscribe :)Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyA massive thank you to my patrons:Sam reillyNicola NikolicAlbert SnellColin (Cane) FriederichRyan DunleavyJaxon PryerPedro SilvaShemaiah WelchKristján Ingi EinarssonAlara HearthspireMax BuckleySofie Khumkhet ValaJimmy DinhSindiel TaylorAlexander GreenwoodDaniel SturmanRobby May-SyliantengEvan BlockMaarten MunterAmanda SutrisnoMatthew T JulienPJ Crabb
The Day Sherlock Died The Closer Look 2018-03-30 | The first 699 people to click this link will get 2 months of Skillshare for just 99c : https://skl.sh/thecloserlook3 Please Like and Subscribe for more video essays :)Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyA massive thank you to my patrons:Sam reillyRyan DunleavySebastian ChladaJaxon PryerPedro SilvaShemaiah WelchKristján Ingi EinarssonAlara HearthspireDavid LoiselMax BuckleySofie Khumkhet ValaJimmy DinhSindiel TaylorAlexander GreenwoodDaniel SturmanRobby May-SyliantengEvan BlockHannah SoutherlandHugo Rocha Loures KosopDavidAmanda SutrisnoMatthew T JulienPJ CrabbAll music apart from the Up soundtrack and Sherlock music was provided by epidemic sound.
How To Write A Great Ending The Closer Look 2018-02-16 | Start your free trial today at http://www.squarespace.com/closerlook to get 10% off your first purchase. Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyPlease Like and Subscribe for more video essays.A massive thank you to my patrons for helping me go full time with this channel :Dsam reillyPJ CrabbHugo Rocha Loures KosopPedro SilvaShemaiah WelchKristján Ingi EinarssonAlara HearthspireDavid LoiselJaxon PryerMax BuckleyAlfons DahlSofie Khumkhet ValaJimmy DinhSindiel TaylorAlexander GreenwoodJacob WestmanDaniel SturmanRobby May-SyliantengEvan BlockGabriel HugDavidHannah SoutherlandAmanda SutrisnoMatthew T Julien
Blade Runner - When Humans Lose Their Humanity The Closer Look 2018-01-25 | Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/henryboseleyPlease Like and Subscribe for more video essays.Here's the link to my website: www.sharpeverse.comThis video is sponsored by Squarespace.Please consider supporting me on patreon: patreon.com/henrysharpeA massive thank you to my patrons for helping me create this video:PJ CrabbHugo Rocha Loures Kosop Sam reillyKristján Ingi EinarssonAlara HearthspireDavid LoiselMax BuckleyAlfons DahlSofie Khumkhet ValaJimmy DinhSindiel TaylorAlexander GreenwoodJacob WestmanJohn Ryan AndersenDaniel SturmanRobby May-SyliantengEvan Block Gabriel HugÁdám BergmannHannah Southerland
