“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”
Category Archives: Storycraft
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”
Crafting a Legal Antihero: A Study in Narrative Excellence in ‘Better Call Saul’
In its six-season run, “Better Call Saul” has masterfully carved out a space for itself in the landscape of television drama. The show’s meticulous writing, under the stewardship of Peter Gould and Vince Gilligan, has transformed a morally ambiguous side character from “Breaking Bad” into a complex protagonist whose journey is as compelling as itContinue reading “Crafting a Legal Antihero: A Study in Narrative Excellence in ‘Better Call Saul’”
Top 10 Movie Feasts
Food in film is not just a feast for the eyes but often holds a much more profound symbolic value. As an essential part of human life, food carries a wealth of cultural, emotional, and socio-political connotations. It can express love, celebration, unity, and comfort, but also denote conflict, disparity, and decadence. In this analysis,Continue reading “Top 10 Movie Feasts”
A.I. in Screen Trade 