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Jen Grisanti Describes How Character Transformation Happens

Transformation occurs when we acknowledge the void tied to the pursuit. An emotional force draws us in when we encounter the central character, often due to feeling their void from the outset. This compels us to lean closer. Executing effectively enables us to see ourselves in the character or recognize the universal aspect of t...
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What Makes High School Movies Work? (Part 2)

ArchetypesParents (good and bad), teachers (good and bad), friends, teammates, and classmates (good and bad), and siblings all form the basis of an archetypal character set.In The Edge of Seventeen:Nadine’s mother: a bit unraveled and trying to cope with her own life as well as her two children. Nadine’s father is dead and that’...
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What Makes High School Movies Work? (Part 1)

High school movies span decades. There are thousands covering most of film and TV history. This is mainly for one reason: the themes in them are universal.The stories of high school are the stories of life. Of joy, sadness, yearning, accomplishment, and all things in-between.On The Edge of Seventeen is a prime example of the com...
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6 Helpful Things To Consider To Make An Impactful Short Film

Short films have been an effective way for many screenwriters to showcase their storytelling skills. They can be shown at film festivals, industry screenings and events, and online to help promote your screenwriting career.Here are some pointers that screenwriters might consider when writing a short film script:1) Make It ShortA...
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11 Ways You Never Imagined da Vinci Influences Screenwriting Today (Part 2)

This entry is part 2 of 2 in the series "Da Vinci."7) Rise Above The NoiseDa Vinci’s stunning visions led him to conceptualize inventions far ahead of his time, from flying machines to armored tanks. He identified information about the human heart that is used today. The Mona Lisa has been inspiring humanity since it was painted...
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11 Ways You Never Imagined da Vinci Influences Screenwriting Today (Part 1)

This entry is part 1 of 2 in the series "Da Vinci."Genius is a word that is terribly overused. Until someone proves themselves over a period of time or in their chosen profession, we should all probably dial it back a bit. In the case of the man from Vinci named Leonardo, I’m not sure we can say enough about his genius.What does...
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More than the Antagonist: The Seven Opposition Types

The logline is, at its core, a description of the central conflict in a story. The central conflict will be defined through the struggle between the main character and their opposition. No opposition, no conflict. No conflict, no story. Understanding how the different types of opposition are used in a story will be necessary to ...
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How Do You Stand Out As A Screenwriter?

This simple question torments many screenwriters and causes many sleepless nights. The art of breaking into the business and staying on the industry’s “writers to watch and hire” list for decades.Let’s begin by asking yourself why you write anyway. It’s a question every screenwriter should ponder. Do you have a burning desire to...
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16 Screenwriting Competitions That Screenwriters Should Consider Entering

The first question screenwriters of all experience levels should ask themselves is their ultimate goal for entering a screenwriting competition. A win is the start of a long process, so buckle in for the long haul.Your reasons for entering could be as simple as working to a submission deadline to finish your script or it could b...
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Recommended Screenplay Competitions Worthy of the Entry Fee

Screenwriting Competitions are a great way to get your work read by professional readers and potentially circulated among creative executives who are looking for new voices to champion, especially if they’ve been vetted.The array of competitions can be mind-boggling. Many have their own internal mandates and preferences such as ...

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