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Conflict Types in Screenwriting
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Man vs. Technology
A conflict where a character battles against technological forces or artificial intelligence. Example: In 'The Matrix', Neo confronts the simulated reality controlled by machines.
Man vs. Supernatural
Here, characters face conflict with elements beyond the natural world, such as ghosts or magic. Example: In 'The Sixth Sense', the young boy communicates with and is frightened by dead people.
Man vs. Society
In this type of conflict, a character stands against social traditions or rules. Example: In 'V for Vendetta', V challenges the oppressive government systems.
Man vs. God/Religion
Conflict where a character challenges religious beliefs or deities. Example: In 'The Exorcist', priests are in conflict with a demonic possession that questions their faith and strength.
Man vs. Nature
This conflict features a character's struggle against natural forces. Example: In 'The Revenant', Hugh Glass fights for survival in the wilderness after being attacked by a bear.
Man vs. The Unknown
Characters grapple with the unknown, whether it is an exploration of uncharted territory or confrontation with the inexplicable. Example: In '2001: A Space Odyssey', astronauts deal with the mysteries of space and the monolith.
Man vs. Monster
A conflict where a character confronts literal or metaphorical monsters. Example: In 'Jurassic Park', survivors must escape the threat of genetically recreated dinosaurs.
Man vs. Fate
This conflict type involves a struggle against a destiny or fate that seems preordained. Example: In 'Minority Report', John Anderton tries to change his destined path of a crime he has not yet committed.
Man vs. Self
This is an internal conflict where a character grapples with their own beliefs, choices, or flaws. Example: In 'Fight Club', the protagonist battles his own split personality.
Man vs. Man
The classic conflict where one character has a direct struggle with another character. Example: In 'The Dark Knight', Batman confronts his ideological opposite, the Joker.
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