Setting the Stage: Understanding the Source Material “American Psycho”—the novel that sparked controversies, debates, and an irresistible urge to discuss materialism, moral vacuity, and good old-fashioned insanity. If you’ve ever read Bret Easton Ellis’s magnum opus, you know that it’s a twisted journey into the psyche of Patrick Bateman, a Wall Street investment banker whoContinue reading “The Complexities of Adaptation: A Look at ‘American Psycho’”
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Understanding Metacinema Through ‘Birdman’
Understanding Metacinema Through ‘Birdman’ “Birdman,” directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu, is a cinematic gem and nothing short of a masterclass in metacinema. Wait, did I lose you at “metacinema”? Let’s take it from the top. What is Metacinema? In the simplest terms, metacinema is a form of self-reflexivity in film where the movie is awareContinue reading “Understanding Metacinema Through ‘Birdman’”
Dissecting the Transformation: ‘Gone Girl’ from Page to Screen
The Novel’s Genius: Narrative Structure and Complex Characters Any discussion about the beauty of “Gone Girl” must begin with the original novel. Written by Gillian Flynn, the book burst onto the scene in 2012, becoming a global sensation. Not only did it rule bestseller lists, but it also spawned a spate of think pieces andContinue reading “Dissecting the Transformation: ‘Gone Girl’ from Page to Screen”
Top 10 Classical Hollywood Screenplays and What Today’s Writers Can Learn from Them
Introduction and The Importance of Classical Hollywood Screenwriting For those with a passion for both cinema and the written word, Classical Hollywood represents a zenith of narrative finesse and character complexity. Whether you’re working on writing a screenplay or merely looking to improve your writing skills, there’s a goldmine of wisdom to be excavated fromContinue reading “Top 10 Classical Hollywood Screenplays and What Today’s Writers Can Learn from Them”
Mastery of Magical Realism: Celebrating the Legacy of Gabriel García Márquez
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”
A.I. in Screen Trade 