The Dan Brown Phenomenon: Setting the Stage In a world awash with literature spanning myriad genres, a few authors manage to make an indelible mark that transcends borders, ages, and even languages. One such author is Dan Brown, whose name has become synonymous with intricate conspiracy theories, pulse-pounding pacing, and a seamless blend of factContinue reading “Pacing the Page-Turner: A Look at Dan Brown’s Thrilling Narratives”
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Building Tension Through Setting: The Isolated Spaces of ‘The Shining’
Introduction to The Shining’s Masterful Use of Setting When you think about unforgettable film settings that amplify tension, there’s one name that likely sends shivers down your spine—The Overlook Hotel from Stanley Kubrick’s 1979 masterpiece “The Shining”. Sure, you might attribute the film’s terrifying moments to Jack Nicholson’s iconic performance or to Stephen King’s originalContinue reading “Building Tension Through Setting: The Isolated Spaces of ‘The Shining’”
Navigating the Uncanny Valley: Writing for Video Games vs. Films
Introduction and The Uncanny Valley in Storytelling The phrase “Uncanny Valley” may sound like something ripped straight from an H.P. Lovecraft novella, but it’s a concept often used in robotics and artificial intelligence to describe the unsettling feeling we get when we encounter something almost human, but not quite. Whether it’s a hyper-realistic android orContinue reading “Navigating the Uncanny Valley: Writing for Video Games vs. Films”
Twisting the Tropes: Reimagining Clichés in Modern Storytelling
The Role of Tropes in Storytelling You’ve probably heard the term “trope” tossed around in writing circles or seen it scattered in your favorite writing blogs. But what is a trope, really? Simply put, a trope is a recurring theme or device in storytelling. This could be anything from the “damsel in distress” to theContinue reading “Twisting the Tropes: Reimagining Clichés in Modern Storytelling”
Conjuring Tension: The Screenwriting Techniques of ‘Parasite’
Introduction to the Narrative Intricacy of ‘Parasite’ If Alfred Hitchcock is the master of suspense, then Bong Joon-ho could well be his modern counterpart in terms of conjuring tension. The 2019 South Korean black comedy thriller film “Parasite” is a fascinating specimen of storytelling that grips its audience with psychological and situational tension. The movieContinue reading “Conjuring Tension: The Screenwriting Techniques of ‘Parasite’”
A.I. in Screen Trade 