Writing, acting, and directing are all essential elements to analyze (see Part One and Part Two), but what about shooting…
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Even though the screenplay may be the “most vital” element in a film, as Hitchcock clearly states (see How to…
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Many films are made to entertain. But cinema can also educate, indoctrinate, or propagate by allowing us to experience multiple…
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The thing is, in Hollywood, nobody reads. Scripts live and die everyday from “the pitch”. And there’s a big difference…
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When director David R. Ellis considered changing the title of “Snakes on a Plane” to “Pacific Air Flight 121”, star…
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With a whipping, backhanded throw, Major Alan “Dutch” Schaefer (Arnold Schwarzenegger) lets fly his commando machete… impaling the attacking Guerrilla,…
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Imagine: Your character pours a glass of wine after a hard day on the job, takes in the aroma like…
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Okay, so there’s a ton of advice out there to help craft a good script, but if you want to…
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Screenwriting is a skilled trade, and a good script must be molded and managed with craftsman hands. It takes time…
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What is your character’s role? Answering this question is key to creating a successful character. Is he the hero, and…
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