The Art of Method Dressing
Recent premieres of "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" and "The Odyssey" have given Zendaya and her longtime stylist, Law Roach, a chance to further demonstrate the ever-evolving nature of method dressing.
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An honest review of the popular screenwriting book, "Save the Cat".
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What "Her" Predicted about AI "girlfriends"
“You always wanted to have a wife without the challenges of actually dealing with anything real.”
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How to Write a Beat Sheet
A beat sheet is an invaluable tool when writing a screenplay. Taking the time to learn how to write your own will help your scripts story remain clear and focused, and hopefully, finished.
Top Five Films for a Summer Movie Night
A list of films that perfectly capture the essence of summertime.
Are YouTubers Becoming the New Hollywood?
Great filmmaking is not defined by budget. It's defined by creativity.
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A review of "Disclosure Day" and how it reflects our changing reality. Because we deserve to know.
Tales from the Crypt is finally available to stream 30 years after it went off the air
In the era of streaming, it's hard to imagine that it was ever hard to watch something, but it's been a decades-long struggle for horror fans.
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How "X-Men '97" built a character you hope ends humankind.
"The Odyssey" - A Breathtaking Cinematic Epic
"Each man delights in the work that suits him best." — Homer, "The Odyssey"
Story vs. Plot
Oftentimes used interchangeably, story and plot have very different functions in a screenplay. By understanding their unique roles, you'll be better equipped to level up your own scripts.