Logline – Your Story in One Sentence

Synopsis – The Summary of Your Story

Setting - Where your story lives

core concept, protagonist, conflict, and stakes

—designed to grab attention, intrigue the audience, and quickly communicate what makes the story unique.

A strong logline should answer three key questions:

first thing producers, investors, or studios

 look at to decide if a story is worth considering.

 Writing a logline forces the filmmaker to 

, ensuring a clear and compelling premise.

When [INCITING INCIDENT] occurs, a [PROTAGONIST] must [GOAL/CONFLICT], or else [STAKES].

"A blind pianist’s life is turned upside down when he unwittingly becomes the sole witness to a murder, pulling him into a dangerous web of deception where nothing is as it seems."

"A devoted father goes to extreme lengths to cover up an accidental crime and protect his family when the police start closing in on the truth."

"A pregnant woman arrives in Kolkata searching for her missing husband, only to uncover a chilling conspiracy that threatens her life and everything she believed to be true."

"Spanning generations, a relentless feud between rival crime families erupts in the coal mafia world of Wasseypur, where betrayal, power, and revenge dictate survival."

"A blind pianist’s life is turned upside down"

"When he unwittingly becomes the sole witness to a murder"

This is the moment that kicks off the story—the 

"Pulling him into a dangerous web of deception"

 in a deadly situation with no easy escape.

 Instead of "A man must fight for survival," say "A washed-up boxer must win one last fight to pay off a deadly debt."

 What makes your story stand out? Is there an 

unexpected twist, unusual setting, or fresh perspective

 Avoid passive phrases like "a man who is involved in a problem" and use 

 like "must escape," "discovers," "unleashes," or "battles."

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 of a film is not just where the story takes place—it shapes the mood, influences character decisions, and impacts the plot.