Title: Every Person Has A Story to Tell (Screenplay)
Author: Dr. Walter R. Hoge
Pages: 99
Genre: Screenplay
Reviewer: Jack Chambers
Hollywood Book Reviews
While people often find themselves lost in the glamor and emotional depth of the acting and world-building that films and television shows bring to life on the screen, not everyone takes the time to stop and appreciate the time writers put into crafting the scripts and stories on the page beforehand. The vast worlds and heartfelt character development film and television programs are known for capturing are first encapsulated in a script by a talented screenwriter, whether in the intimate pages of a romance or the action-packed drama of a blockbuster sci-fi superhero flick.
Some of the best screenwriting comes from adaptations of well-written books, and author Dr. Walter R. Hoge proves it with a screenplay titled Every Person Has a Story to Tell. Based on the book of the same name, the screenplay brings to life the experiences and knowledge gained from a lifetime of professional and personal moments which stood out for the author. The screenplay gives readers a chance to experience the moments of knowledge and revelation the author had throughout his life, from the power of learning from elders to a greater understanding of the Universe.
The vivid imagery in the author’s screenplay is superb, as the readers experience an almost cinematic effect, with the project seeming to jump off the pages and into the readers’ minds. The exploration of the author’s full book in screenplay form was inspiring, as I gained clearer insight into the author’s mindset and personal experiences, from the anxieties of public speaking to the revelatory experience in the valley, and much more. The screenplay offers a certain level of world-building, giving me an immersive experience that’s hard to deny.
Readers who enjoy screenplays, especially screenplays which are book adaptations and explore personal storytelling through a cinematic experience, will absolutely love this screenplay. The powerful inner and outer monologues the author included for their “character,” and the emphasis the author continues to place on the impact animals such as his dog Maui have on the overall experiences life has to offer, make this screenplay read in an engaging and entertaining way.