When embarking on the journey of storytelling, the process of creating a cast often commences with the protagonist, the pivotal character around whom the narrative orbits. Note. This article includes spoiler from the following series: Succession and The Crown. The...
Read moreThe Greeks had an empire and the Chinese had an empire. But when most of us think of the word “empire”, we think of the big one: Star Wars. Or Rome. And this is history so it’s Rome, I’m afraid....
Read moreA Biopic of “La Veneno” In the realm of captivating biopics, one production that stands out is Veneno (Atresplayer Premium, 2020), a portrayal of Cristina Ortiz, famously known as “La Veneno.” She was a Spanish transgender woman who gained fame...
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Screenwriters have unique options to elevate their stories, depending on the production type, with these three screenplay tips. Let’s explore them! Tip #1: Additional shots Are you in need of more shots to capture the essence of your story? Consider Read more…
One of the first things we hear about screenwriting is… to avoid flashbacks. They can be tricky, often seen as a lazy way to tell a story. But what if I told you that flashbacks, when done right, can be Read more…
In the realm of crafting a comedy narrative, the strategic focus revolves around irony. We can define it as the ability to scrutinize society and discern the disparity between appearance and reality. We have previously talk about this topic in Read more…
The Assessination of Gianni Versace American Crime Story: The Assessination of Gianni Versace (FX, 2018) is part of the acclaimed anthology series created by Ryan Murphy. It delves into some of the most famous and controversial criminal cases in the Read more…
In this blog post, we take a closer look at the film ‘Aftersun’ by Charlotte Wells, exploring the protagonist’s perspective and the central theme of memory. From the use of the digital video camera to the stationary shots and objects, we delve into the film’s masterful representation of Sophie’s journey.
This blog post analyzes the structure of the House of the Dragon finale episode, ‘The Black Queen’, by breaking it down into the character journey of Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen, who becomes Queen Rhaenyra and decides to go to war after her son Lucerys’ murder. It examines the opening scene, inciting incident, plot point I, midpoint and other key events that shape the story and raise the stakes in Rhaenyra’s path. The post also makes reference to the teachings of Scott Myers and Lajos Egri.
Today’s analysis is from episode 1 “Exiles” from the acclaimed series American Crime Story season 3 Impeachment. The scene features Sarah Paulson (Linda Tripp) and Beanie Feldstein (Monica Lewinsky). Episode synopsis (IMDB): After the death of her boss, White House staffer Read more…