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’”
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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’”
Depicting the Digital Age: A Look at ‘The Social Dilemma’
Navigating the Hybrid Terrain – Combining Documentary and Drama You’re settled on your couch, popcorn in hand, ready for a casual Netflix browse. Then you stumble upon “The Social Dilemma”, and suddenly, you’re entranced by this scarily enlightening docudrama that dissects the dark impact of social media. A reel of interviews with Silicon Valley expertsContinue reading “Depicting the Digital Age: A Look at ‘The Social Dilemma’”
The Auteur Theory Revisited: The Influence of Stanley Kubrick on Screenwriting
Introduction to Auteur Theory and Stanley Kubrick’s Legacy The concept of the auteur has been a source of impassioned debate ever since the term was coined by French film critics in the 1950s. While the idea that a director’s singular vision shapes the essence of a film might seem straightforward, the nuances of Auteur TheoryContinue reading “The Auteur Theory Revisited: The Influence of Stanley Kubrick on Screenwriting”
Freelance Writing 101: Key Tips to Kickstart Your Career
Finding Your Niche: The Intersection of Passion and Profit Ah, the eternal quest to find one’s niche. You might think that as a writer, your skill set is universal, applicable to anything that involves words on a page or screen. In a sense, you’re right—but specializing can be your best friend in the competitive worldContinue reading “Freelance Writing 101: Key Tips to Kickstart Your Career”
A.I. in Screen Trade 