'9 Plot Points' is a concept engineered by film guru Dr. Marco G. Marco G has won various awards based on humanities, science, the arts, and most recently, film.[1009] The nine plot points are a theory put forth, demonstrating the 'normal' progression, through plot, of film. The 9 plot points consist of:

1)Someone toils long into the night

2)Something bad happens in the first 4 minutes

3)Titles and Imagery

4)Meet the hero and the opposing team

5)The catalyst/ inciting incident

6)Go for the first goal

7)The reversal/ history lesson

8)Go for the second goal

9)The wrap-up

The nine plot points are commonly considered the backbone of 'good' filmmaking, along with lighting, and shot selection. It should also be noted that Marco G does not believe that Quentin Tarentino is a competent director, based on his inability to comply with the above criteria.