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’”
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Blueprint of a Story: Intricacies of Screenplay Structure
The Art of Screenwriting—More than Just Formatting So, you’ve penned a novel, churned out a short story, or even dabbled in a bit of poetry. Congratulations! The world of words is a vast, endlessly rewarding landscape. But if you’ve clicked on this article, chances are, you’re looking to take a cinematic detour. Welcome to theContinue reading “Blueprint of a Story: Intricacies of Screenplay Structure”
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”
Insights into the Crime Drama Genre: Analyzing ‘Breaking Bad’
Setting the Stage for Crime Drama: How “Breaking Bad” Elevates the Genre You might think you know what to expect when you hear the term “crime drama”—perhaps the gritty atmospheres of “The Sopranos” or the high-stakes law enforcement operations in “The Wire” come to mind. However, “Breaking Bad” is one of those genre-bending shows thatContinue reading “Insights into the Crime Drama Genre: Analyzing ‘Breaking Bad’”
A Study in Adaptation: ‘Call Me By Your Name’
Introduction and the Art of Adaptation “Call Me By Your Name” is the sweeping tale of a summer romance between Elio and Oliver set against the lush backdrop of 1980s Italy. The film, directed by Luca Guadagnino, was showered with accolades and is considered a modern classic in LGBTQ+ cinema. But before it mesmerized audiencesContinue reading “A Study in Adaptation: ‘Call Me By Your Name’”
A.I. in Screen Trade 