Introduction to Magical Realism and Gabriel García Márquez “Reality is not always probable, or likely,” once said Jorge Luis Borges, a writer who paved the way for what we commonly call Magical Realism today. Now, if you’re an aspiring novelist wanting to improve your writing skills, or perhaps, you’re an established writer looking to experimentContinue reading “Mastery of Magical Realism: Celebrating the Legacy of Gabriel García Márquez”
Monthly Archives: September 2023
Crafting Surrealism: A Screenwriting Analysis of ‘The Lobster’
Surrealism in Cinema: Setting the Stage for ‘The Lobster’ When you think of surrealism in cinema, a host of innovative filmmakers might come to mind—think David Lynch with his mind-bending narratives or Luis Buñuel with his iconic, eyeball-slashing sequence in “Un Chien Andalou”. Yet, in the contemporary landscape, one film stands out as a masterclassContinue reading “Crafting Surrealism: A Screenwriting Analysis of ‘The Lobster’”
A Study in Deduction: Analyzing ‘Sherlock’ (2010-2017)
The Game is Afoot: Setting Up the World of ‘Sherlock’ Sherlock Holmes, the brainchild of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, has enjoyed countless adaptations, revivals, and reinterpretations over the years. Yet, few have succeeded in capturing the zeitgeist as effectively as BBC’s ‘Sherlock’ (2010-2017). This modern-day retelling takes a daring leap, rooting the detective in aContinue reading “A Study in Deduction: Analyzing ‘Sherlock’ (2010-2017)”
The Power of Sci-Fi: Dissecting the Screenplay of ‘Ex Machina’
The Art of Crafting Intelligent Sci-Fi: What Makes ‘Ex Machina’ Exceptional Ah, ‘Ex Machina’, a modern gem in the trove of science fiction cinema. Directed and written by Alex Garland, this 2014 flick goes beyond just robots and futuristic tech; it dives headfirst into a rich lagoon of ethical quandaries and philosophical dilemmas. If you’reContinue reading “The Power of Sci-Fi: Dissecting the Screenplay of ‘Ex Machina’”
Blueprint of a Story: Intricacies of Screenplay Structure
The Art of Screenwriting—More than Just Formatting So, you’ve penned a novel, churned out a short story, or even dabbled in a bit of poetry. Congratulations! The world of words is a vast, endlessly rewarding landscape. But if you’ve clicked on this article, chances are, you’re looking to take a cinematic detour. Welcome to theContinue reading “Blueprint of a Story: Intricacies of Screenplay Structure”
A.I. in Screen Trade 