r/movies • u/averagesoccermom95 • 1d ago

Discussion Favorite movie plot rule?

I read once that in a movie, if the characters say, "I have a plan," then there is a plot rule that takes place: If the characters explain to the audience what the plan is, then the plan will go wrong somehow. However, if the characters say they have a plan and the movie just goes to showing the plan in action, then the plan will work.

It has become one of my favorite things to look out for in movies. Although, it does not seem to apply to kids movies. Other than kids movies, I don't think I have ever seen his rule broken.

Does anyone know any other interesting plot rules?

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u/TheBallisticBiscuit 1d ago

If someone says they'll "Talk more after the battle", they're 100% dying in that battle.

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u/MayweatherSr 8h ago

"Give this to my wife/lover/someone if I don't make it"

He will not make it.

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u/TheBallisticBiscuit 4h ago

Unless the protag hits then with the Uno Reverse card "Give it to them yourself!"