VanGongwanxiaowan Plot Point Dramatic Function Analysis Workflow Orchestrator
Workflow
Step 1: Text Preprocessing
- Split input text at natural scene or chapter boundaries.
- Target segment size: 2,000–4,000 words with ~200-word overlap between adjacent segments to preserve context continuity.
- Checkpoint: verify every paragraph is covered by at least one segment (no gaps).
Step 2: Parallel Segment Analysis
For each segment, identify:
- Plot points — actions or events that change the direction of the story (turning points, revelations, confrontations).
- Dramatic function of each plot point — classify as: exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, or resolution.
- Quote or paraphrase the specific text passage supporting each identification.
Step 3: Result Integration
- Merge plot points from all segments in chronological order.
- Deduplicate plot points that span segment boundaries (same event appearing in overlapping regions).
- Checkpoint: confirm the merged list covers the full story arc from opening to ending.
Step 4: Dramatic Structure Analysis
- Map the merged plot points onto a dramatic arc (tension curve).
- Identify structural patterns: three-act structure, rising/falling tension, parallel storylines.
- Note any structural weaknesses (missing climax, unresolved threads, pacing imbalances).
Step 5: Report Generation
Assemble findings into the output format below. Include professional insights from a screenwriter perspective.
Input Requirements
- Long text story content.
- Analysis requirement description (optional).
Output Format
[Plot Point Dramatic Function Analysis Report]
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I. Analysis Overview
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- Text Length: [Word count]
- Number of Segments: [Count]
- Total Plot Points: [Count]
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II. Plot Point Analysis
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[Plot Point 1]: [Description]
[Dramatic Function]: [Analysis]
[Plot Point 2]: [Description]
[Dramatic Function]: [Analysis]
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III. Dramatic Structure Analysis
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[Overall dramatic structure analysis]
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IV. Professional Insights
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[Professional insights from screenwriter perspective]
Constraints
- Minimum input length: text must be long enough to meaningfully split (typically >4,000 words).
- Each plot point must cite or paraphrase supporting text — no unsupported claims.
- Final report must cover the complete story arc with no gaps between segments.
References
See {baseDir}/references/examples.md for worked examples of plot-point dramatic function analysis reports across different text types (long novels, scripts).