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ALIENS (1986): The Thematic Argument
The thematic argument in ALIENS (1986) screenplay by James Cameron. A look at how a unique view of the thematic argument makes each character stand out from the rest.
Apr 155 min read
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Thematic Arguments in Movies
Examples of how A-story and B-story can thematically reflect and intertwine with one another to make a story stronger.
Jul 12, 20235 min read
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Logline Examples and Guides
Logline examples and guides to help you attract managers and producers.
Oct 27, 20205 min read
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Screenwriting Tips: Scene Checklist Part 3
In this final instalment of my Scene Checklist series (see Part 1 and Part 2), I want to talk about goals, and the strategies and tactics...
Jun 29, 20204 min read
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Screenwriting Tips: Toy Story 3 Writer
Michael Arndt, the Oscar-winning screenwriter of Little Miss Sunshine, has put together an incredible video to give us a deep-dive look...
Jun 22, 20202 min read
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SCENE-WRITING TIPS (Part 2)
In my previous blog, Screenwriting Tips: Scene Checklist Part 1 , I discussed some of the essential elements of scene construction. If...
Jun 7, 20203 min read
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Creating Unique Characters
When writing a screenplay, or a novel, you should have two objectives as you create characters: 1. Make them different to what we've seen...
May 24, 20204 min read
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Screenwriting Tips: Scene Checklist Part 1
I was going through my old screenwriting files the other day when I came across this 'scene checklist'. I remember compiling these tips...
May 16, 20203 min read
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Characters That Make Us Care
Like most people (whether they’re conscious of it or not) I go to see a film hoping to discover interesting #characters to care about, to...
Mar 1, 20184 min read
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Rewriting Your Script: 3 Tips Before You Start
Just writing a screenplay is incredibly hard work for most screenwriters, let alone script rewriting! After many weeks/ months/ years of...
Mar 19, 20173 min read
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