story development

Are you a screenwriter keen to take the plunge into directing and producing? You’renot alone as more and more writers use their skills to bring their screenplays to life.There’s much …

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 …

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 …

Genre is one of the most important concepts in storytelling. At its core, genre refers to the category or type of story being told. Whether that be: crime, romance, sci-fi, …

You may often be told not to make things too straightforward or easy for your story’s protagonist. They shouldn’t just be able to reach their goal unhindered, be their constant …

According to Robert McKee, “writers who cannot grasp the truth of our transitory existence, who have been misled by the counterfeit comforts of the modern world, who believe that life …