The lexicon of contemporary cinema and television is replete with productions drawn from the rich world of graphic novels and comic books. These adaptations, from seminal works such as Frank Miller’s “Sin City” and Alan Moore’s “Watchmen,” to the perennially popular Marvel and DC universe franchises, have showcased the depth and variety inherent within theContinue reading “From Panels to Frames: Adapting Graphic Novels”
Monthly Archives: July 2023
AI & Screenwriting: Artistic Tools Cannot Replace Human Creativity
AI screenwriting is an emerging field at the intersection of storytelling and technology, one that leverages the power of machine learning screenwriting and AI writing tools to assist in the creative process. AI scriptwriting software uses complex algorithms to analyze vast amounts of data, including existing scripts, to generate new content. It’s a fascinating and,Continue reading “AI & Screenwriting: Artistic Tools Cannot Replace Human Creativity”
The Art of Subtext: Creating Conflict Without Saying a Word
“Between the motion And the act Falls the Shadow” T.S. Eliot, ‘The Hollow Men’ In the realm of screenwriting, words spoken by characters often play second fiddle to an invisible yet more potent force – subtext. Just as Eliot alludes to an unseen ‘shadow’ existing between intention and action, so does subtext loom large betweenContinue reading “The Art of Subtext: Creating Conflict Without Saying a Word”
Building Conflict Through Character Arcs: A Case Study of Breaking Bad
Understanding the innate relationship between character development and conflict creation can be an elusive mastery for many budding screenwriters. To truly appreciate this relationship, we will delve into a critical analysis of Vince Gilligan’s groundbreaking television series, Breaking Bad. This show, renowned for its intricate storytelling and exceptional character development, provides a fertile ground toContinue reading “Building Conflict Through Character Arcs: A Case Study of Breaking Bad”
The Dichotomy of Inner and Outer Conflict
It is often said that a story is nothing without conflict. But one of the most powerful, yet frequently overlooked aspects of storytelling is the dichotomy that exists between inner and outer conflict. In this blog post, we will delve into the dynamics of this dichotomy and explore the ways in which these two typesContinue reading “The Dichotomy of Inner and Outer Conflict”
A.I. in Screen Trade 