Story Development

Elevate your storytelling prowess with the guidance of third-person point of view, illustrated through compelling examples.

So, you have an idea for a movie or TV show with dynamic characters, a killer story, and a fleshed-out world. Ready to dive into writing the script?  To ensure …

Flashbacks are a powerful storytelling device. When used effectively, flashbacks can provide crucial story context, reveal character motivations, and create a more engaging narrative. Flashbacks sometimes have a mixed reception …

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In the visual language of cinema, motifs serve as powerful storytelling tools. Recurring images, symbols, sounds or actions woven throughout a film’s narrative create cohesion, reinforce themes, and imbue the …

Most beginner screenwriters spend a lot of their time learning how to format a script and create a plot that will culminate in a powerful story. However, there is more …

Planning out your plot will make writing your script a lot easier. In Lesson #4, we’ll guide you through creating a thorough Script Outline – and show you how Celtx …

In the world of literature and film, characters undeniably reign supreme. Let’s face it, there wouldn’t be “The Lord of the Rings” without Frodo Baggins, just as there wouldn’t be …

All screenwriters find themselves stuck at some point in developing and writing a script. This could be due to writer’s block, a lack of story thread, problems with characters, or …