The Role of Tropes in Storytelling You’ve probably heard the term “trope” tossed around in writing circles or seen it scattered in your favorite writing blogs. But what is a trope, really? Simply put, a trope is a recurring theme or device in storytelling. This could be anything from the “damsel in distress” to theContinue reading “Twisting the Tropes: Reimagining Clichés in Modern Storytelling”
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Conjuring Tension: The Screenwriting Techniques of ‘Parasite’
Introduction to the Narrative Intricacy of ‘Parasite’ If Alfred Hitchcock is the master of suspense, then Bong Joon-ho could well be his modern counterpart in terms of conjuring tension. The 2019 South Korean black comedy thriller film “Parasite” is a fascinating specimen of storytelling that grips its audience with psychological and situational tension. The movieContinue reading “Conjuring Tension: The Screenwriting Techniques of ‘Parasite’”
True Crime Narratives: The Art of Storytelling in ‘Mindhunter’
Captivating Audiences with a Fresh Perspective on True Crime Let’s cut to the chase: True crime has been done to death—pun intended. Whether it’s podcasts, documentaries, or books, it’s a genre that’s flooded with options. However, every once in a while, a gem like “Mindhunter” comes along and revitalizes the whole landscape. It forces usContinue reading “True Crime Narratives: The Art of Storytelling in ‘Mindhunter’”
Cinematic Language: How the Coen Brothers Use Dialogue to Define Character
Introduction to the Coen Brothers’ Unique Approach to Dialogue If there were an Oscar for “Best Dialogue,” Joel and Ethan Coen would have a cabinet full of golden statuettes by now. The filmmaking duo, collectively known as the Coen Brothers, have crafted some of the most iconic films in modern cinema. From dark comedies likeContinue reading “Cinematic Language: How the Coen Brothers Use Dialogue to Define Character”
Women in Screenwriting: The Trailblazers and Their Legacy
The Historical Landscape: Women Screenwriters Who Paved the Way When we flip the pages of Hollywood history, we find that its earliest chapters were penned not only by men but also by pioneering women who broke both gender and narrative barriers. Their contributions to the art of storytelling shaped not just the history of filmContinue reading “Women in Screenwriting: The Trailblazers and Their Legacy”
A.I. in Screen Trade 