The Unorthodox Narrative: A Look at ‘Lost’s’ Multilayered Storytelling If you ever find yourself craving an example of storytelling that laughs in the face of conventional wisdom, look no further than “Lost.” Created by J.J. Abrams, Damon Lindelof, and Carlton Cuse, this genre-defying series was nothing short of a masterclass in narrative complexity. Take, forContinue reading “Exploring the Complexity of ‘Lost’ (2004-2010)”
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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”
Crafting Surrealism: A Screenwriting Analysis of ‘The Lobster’
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’”
A.I. in Screen Trade 