Use my link http://bit.ly/justwrite_VRV to get a 30-day ad-free trial of the VRV Premium! Support this channel on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/justwrite MacGuffins are ubiquitous in Hollywood blockbusters, and are often the root cause of overly simplistic storytelling. In this episode, I take a look at the pitfalls of using this narrative device, as well as 5 ways to make this trope more interesting, unique and effective. New videos every other Friday (at least in theory!) Join the community! Website ▶ https://www.justwritemedia.com/ Twitter ▶ https://www.twitter.com/SageHyden Facebook ▶ https://www.facebook.com/JustWriteYoutube Music: "Enjoy" Music by Joakim Karud null “Electric Mantis - Daybreak | Majestic Color” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lz68DccWZ4U