May 12, 2020
The Village (2004) is generally considered to be one of M. Night Shyamalan’s lesser efforts and, on the gradient of his films, with the all-timer The […]
March 26, 2020
The Dark Crystal provides a good template for world-building in the fantasy/sci-fi genre, especially as it pertains to backstory; and second, it is a near-flawless example of a story built around a single idea, or the “designing principle.”
March 6, 2020
Just about every scene conveys a critical piece of information, whether or not that revelation is obvious. Each revelation leads to another revelation, until the mystery, at last, comes together. It makes for an extremely engaging watch and satisfying payoff, in terms of both plot and character development.
February 18, 2020
By understanding the individual elements of stories done right, the practitioner learns not only how to create each element, but how they fit together to create an unforgettable plot.