Every year, as the days lengthen and temperatures rise, an equally predictable phenomenon takes place in the realm of cinema. The summer blockbuster season bursts onto screens, punctuated by high-stakes narratives, larger-than-life characters, and stunning visual spectacles. But what constitutes a summer blockbuster, and how did this annual event become such a lucrative cornerstone ofContinue reading “Anatomy of the Summer Blockbuster”
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The Resurgence of Short Form Content: Opportunities and Challenges for Screenwriters
It is irrefutable that we are witnessing an era of unprecedented change in the media landscape. The digital age, with its plethora of streaming platforms and social media channels, has created a seismic shift in the way we consume and create content. In particular, the resurgence of short-form content, a format that condenses narrative arcsContinue reading “The Resurgence of Short Form Content: Opportunities and Challenges for Screenwriters”
The Rise of Interactive Storytelling: A New Frontier for Screenwriters
As we navigate our way through the ever-evolving landscape of contemporary screenwriting, it becomes increasingly clear that the traditional modes of storytelling are being challenged. In the shadow of streaming services and their persistent quest for novelty, a new form of narrative is making its stand: interactive storytelling. This immersive form of story-crafting, exemplified byContinue reading “The Rise of Interactive Storytelling: A New Frontier for Screenwriters”
The Influence of Streaming Services on Screenplay Structure
The advent of streaming services has ushered in an era of unparalleled accessibility and consumption of visual content, leading to significant shifts in the domain of screenwriting. This change is most evident in the transformation of screenplay structure, adapting to the demands of an audience with the power to binge entire seasons in one sitting.Continue reading “The Influence of Streaming Services on Screenplay Structure”
WGA Strike Update: June 7, 2023
The 2023 Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike has now passed the one-month mark, with complexities emerging around the concept of supporting the strike, the recent actions of the Directors Guild of America (DGA), and the impact on some of the industry’s most beloved productions. Conceptions of Strike Support: There are ongoing debates about whatContinue reading “WGA Strike Update: June 7, 2023”
A.I. in Screen Trade 