I usually settle on finding a place that makes for
satisfying emotional arcs for the scene.
Not exact matches
But where Superbad improves upon the recipe of those relatively - superficial offerings is in the attention it devotes to character development which, in turn, allows for the cultivation of an
emotional arc, some warm and fuzzy moments mixed in with the mirth, and ultimately a
satisfying denouement.
Like Jolie, the writers also do a good job of compartmentalizing each piece of the story so that it feels like a fresh chapter with renewed interest, while also keeping the focus on the
emotional / spiritual
arc of Louis as a consistent throughline, so that the movie's climax (which is much more metaphoric and spiritual than literal) has significant impact and
satisfies in an iconic and moving way that is hard for any film to pull off.
I believe this initial assessment of the whole book, rather than reading only a chapter or two, is the best way to see how the author sustains the narrative
arc — creates the premise, develops the action, resolves the problem — and brings the reader to some kind of
satisfying personal experience, an
emotional landing place, whether it's inspiring, happy, tragic or just plain informative.