Top 9 Best Baseball Movies of All Time

What makes the best baseball movies? Some are funny baseball comedy movies, others are inspirational. Some really good baseball movies even find a way to straddle both sides of the baseline.In this post, we’re going to give you a list of the best baseball movies of all time so that you and your loved ones can watch some of the great baseball movies that have lived deep within our hearts and souls.Continue reading Top 9 Best Baseball Movies of All Time

Best Bane Quotes in The Dark Knight Rises, Ranked for Screenwriters

Bane may not be the most celebrated villain in Christopher Nolan’s Batman trilogy, but he still has some great quotes. We’re going to rank the best Bane quotes in The Dark Knight Rises by diving into the mind of the masked mercenary. Let’s be honest, it wasn’t easy to hear what he was saying underneath the mask — which is a shame because his dialogue was really good. With that said, now is not the time for fear, let’s jump into the best Bane quotes, with clips and script excerpts!Continue reading Best Bane Quotes in The Dark Knight Rises, Ranked…

Ultimate Guide to Movie Genres — 90+ Genre Examples for Film & TV

You’re looking for a movie genre list, maybe for inspiration, but every list you find has too broad or hyper-specific categories that it becomes overwhelming. We’ve created the perfect movie and TV genre list that will explain the various categories of film and television with their specific subgenres, and we’ll also include helpful examples for each along the way.Continue reading Ultimate Guide to Movie Genres — 90+ Genre Examples for Film & TV

What is a Motif? Definition and Examples for Filmmakers

Motifs are a great way to reinforce the theme of your project. Understanding how to build motifs that work requires strong attention to detail and a clear game plan. But what is a motif? Looking for a clear motif definition? Need motif examples in film? All these questions and more will be answered as we dive into the patterns and symbols that can bring depth to your work.Continue reading What is a Motif? Definition and Examples for Filmmakers

How to Write a Movie Script: Screenplay Format and Examples

Understanding how to write a movie script, also known as a screenplay, can seem daunting at first, but once you understand script format and structure, you can focus on your creativity. We’ll take you through the process of writing a screenplay so that you can begin building that great movie idea into a professional script. If you’re wondering how to write a script, this guide will give you the steps.Continue reading How to Write a Movie Script: Screenplay Format and Examples

What are the 12 Principles of Animation — Ultimate Guide

Animation takes patience, attention to detail, boundless creativity, and more patience. The beauty of the artform is that, if you are willing to put the work in, there is no image you can’t create, no world you can’t immerse your viewer into. And yet, despite its endless possibilities, most narrative animators follow a certain set of rules. These rules are known as the 12 principles of animation.Continue reading What are the 12 Principles of Animation — Ultimate Guide

What is a Deuteragonist — Definition & Examples

You’ve heard of a protagonist and an antagonist. And now you can really knock the socks off your screenwriting buddies by discussing how your script’s deuteragonist impacts the plot. But what is a deuteragonist and how can you make sure yours serves a vital function in your story. You’re the hero of your filmmaking journey while StudioBinder is the sidekick, so let’s dive into this archetype. Continue reading What is a Deuteragonist — Definition & Examples

What is a Character Arc — Definition & Types of Character Arcs

What is a character arc and why are they so important in storytelling? A character arc is an essential part of writing a fully-fledged character. As much as we like seeing goals being achieved, it is the internal, positive change in characters that we really gravitate towards. We’re going to answer those questions with a character arc definition – then we’ll look at character arc examples in literature and film. By the end, you’ll know how to write a satisfying arc.Continue reading What is a Character Arc — Definition & Types of Character Arcs

What is Frame Rate? A Filmmaker’s Guide to Frames Per Second

  Everyone loves a good slow-motion scene or a shot that speed ramps into an interesting moment. The key to these types of videos begins with understanding and controlling frame rate. What is frame rate and why is it important? We’ve done the legwork, and put together the best information to explain frame rate, frames per second (fps) and the ideal video frame rate. Once you’ve finished this complete guide, you will have the knowledge to properly control frame rates, and create your own slow-motion, fast-motion, and speed ramped videos. Let's jump in! Continue reading What is Frame Rate? A…

What is Repetition — Definition and Examples for Writers

Literary devices aim to utilize words to communicate more efficiently and more effectively to readers and audiences. In this article, we’ll be taking a look at a literary device that aims to do just that simply by using the same word or phrase again and again. This is of course repetition. Repetition may seem straightforward, but there are various types of repetition that are defined by how and where words or phrases are repeated. So, what is repetition actually used for? Let’s take a look at those types of repetition and how iconic writers have used them throughout history. Continue reading What…