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Often overlooked, but tremendously versatile, the ellipsis can subtly change the tone, context, or meaning of a statement. How it's used, when it's used, and why are all important factors to consider when incorporating an ellipsis into your writing.Continue reading What is an Ellipsis — Definition, Examples, and Uses
Have you ever found yourself in a conversation or disagreement, scratching your head at the other person's reasoning? Maybe you’ve watched a political debate on television and see the logic used by argumentative politicians. Odds are, you’ve just heard a logical fallacy. Understanding fallacies and how they work will allow you better spot them and think more critically in everyday life. Continue reading What is a Fallacy — Definition, Types, and Examples
What makes a word feel real? What makes a character truly authentic? If you are going to be a writer– whether for film, fiction or any narrative form– you will want to ask yourself: what is vernacular, and why does it matter? Vernacular language grounds your story in authenticity. It is more than just how people talk, it is the difference between characters who feel like real people and those who sound like they stepped out of a 16th century phrasebook. Before we dive into examples, let’s define vernacular clearly, then explore how it transforms storytelling. Continue reading What is Vernacular —…
Folklore is a unique blend of story, time, and tradition that has been passed down through generations making it an integral part of culture and history. It encompasses a wide range of cultural expressions including myths, legends, fairy tales, proverbs, superstitions, and more. Let’s read into the importance of folklore and its ability to provide insight into the beliefs, values, customs and rituals of different culturesContinue reading What is Folklore — Definition, Types, and Traditions
Have you ever said something that was meant to be taken two ways? Maybe you wanted to make a joke that not everyone would get or be offended by. Or perhaps you’ve seen a show or movie that got away with a joke that only half of the audience would catch. When someone says something that has two or even three different meanings behind it, they are using double entendre. It’s an unusual phrase, but what is a double entendre, and how can you identify it?Continue reading What is a Double Entendre — Definition & Examples
It can be difficult to land storyboard jobs, but a great way to get your foot in the door is landing a storyboard internship. Internships for storyboard artists can teach you the ins and outs of the trade, and also help you build valuable connections that will come in handy as your career progresses.Continue reading Storyboard Internships — Best Options & How to Get One
Photography and cinematography are often referred to as “painting with light.” This means that photographers and videographers need to have a keen understanding of how to use light when capturing images, from both an artistic and scientific standpoint. Lighting ratios stand firmly in between the two camps, used creatively but achieved through a mathematical formula. Let’s look at what a lighting ratio is, and how you can use it.Continue reading Lighting Ratios Explained — And Why They Matter
When a layperson thinks about how a movie is shot, a director and cinematographer is typically what comes to mind. But a large part of a shot’s quality comes from the work of the 1st assistant camera. But what does an AC do? We’ll give you the 1st assistant camera job description, duties, salary, and more.Continue reading 1st Assistant Camera — Job Description & Role Explained
Suspension of belief describes an audience temporarily accepting the reality of a film and forgetting they are being shown a fabricated production. While an actor's performance and director's vision are at the forefront of this suspension of belief, details can also have a huge impact. One of these details is the people that appear in a shot that simply fills the scene and makes a sporting event, museum, street corner, or shopping mall feel real. This is where background actors come into the picture.Continue reading What is a Background Actor and How to Become One
Introducing StudioBinder's screenplay library — your one-stop-shop for reading, downloading, and analyzing the best movie scripts online. Our collection contains all the feature-length screenplays in our database as well as scripts that we have broken down by plot, character, ending, quotes, and more. Our hope is that screenwriters everywhere can have access to these iconic screenplays and that the lessons therein can make us all better writers. Enjoy! Continue reading Explore and Read the Best Free Movie Scripts Online (with PDF Downloads)
