Walter White, a chemistry teacher, discovers that he has cancer and decides to get into the meth-making business to repay his medical debts. His priorities begin to change when he partners with Jesse.
A filmmaker is a visual artist. To be a great visual artist you need mastery of the color palette. Many of the greatest Directors, Cinematographers, and Production Designers have extensive backgrounds as visual artists themselves. There are many ways to use color in film. We’re going to break down the key approaches as well as… Continue reading How to Use Color in Film: 50+ Examples of Movie Color Palettes
Learning how to write dialogue is not easy. You’ve written a pretty good script, but you know it could be GREAT. Could writing better dialogue in your screenplay be that missing piece? Want screenwriting tips that teach you how to write dialogue in a script with writing examples from movies and TV to go with each… Continue reading 22 Screenwriting Tips for Better Movie Dialogue in Your Scripts
Narrative ElementsOpen menu Antagonist Catharsis Motif Plot Protagonist Theme Narrative DevicesOpen menu Deus ex Machina Foreshadowing Irony Personification Plot Twist Red Herring Write Your Script For Free → Symbolism can create an indelible impression on an audience. Symbolism runs through literature, poetry, and screenwriting. But what is symbolism? In this article, we’ll define symbolism and… Continue reading What is Symbolism? Definition & Examples
Types of CharactersOpen menu Protagonist Antagonist Hero Anti Hero Tragic Hero Foil Character Character TropesOpen menu Common Character Types Types of Villains Femme Fatale Mad Scientist Mary Sue Damsel in Distress Write Your Free Script → What is an anti hero? We’ve all heard that characters like Walter White and Thomas Shelby are anti heroes,… Continue reading What is an Anti Hero — Definition, Examples in Film & Literature
In the realm of storytelling, characters are the heart and soul of any narrative. They guide us through the plot, connect us to the story’s world, and evoke our emotions. But what makes a character truly captivating and relatable? One of the key elements is their flaws. Continue reading What is a Character Flaw — And… Continue reading What is a Character Flaw — And Why Writers Love Them
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Plot TropesOpen menu What is a Trope What is a Cliche Flashback MacGuffin Plot Twist Red Herring FREE Movie Scripts: StudioBinder Screenwriting Library Write Your Script for Free The ‘Deal with the Devil’, also known as a Faustian bargain, is a captivating trope that has permeated storytelling across cultures and ages. Rooted in the narrative of… Continue reading What is a Deal with the Devil — Faustian Plots Explained
An origin story serves as the backbone of any iconic character, offering a glimpse into their past, their motivations, and the circumstances that forged their identity. As we delve into the roots of celebrated characters, we not only understand their journey but also appreciate the complexities that make them uniquely compelling. Continue reading What is an… Continue reading What is an Origin Story — How Characters Truly Begin
An alter ego, often seen as a second self or a parallel identity, reflects the dual nature of the human character, encompassing aspects that may be suppressed or unexplored in a person’s primary persona. A fascinating concept, it not only permeates realms of psychology and personal development but also significantly shapes literary narratives and pop… Continue reading What is an Alter Ego — The Duality of a Character
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A spin-off in film and television is a fascinating concept and prevalent practice that merits understanding. As audiences, we often become so engrossed in the characters and their narratives that we yearn for more, even when the original story has concluded. This is where spin-offs come in, further satiating our curiosity and desire for extended narratives.… Continue reading What is a Spin-Off in Film & TV — Definition & Examples
Narrative ElementsOpen menu Antagonist Catharsis Motif Plot Protagonist Theme Narrative DevicesOpen menu Deus ex Machina Foreshadowing Irony Personification Plot Twist Red Herring Write Your Script For Free → The most striking characters in film have detailed, complicated character traits. On occasion, our heroes succumb to the power of their most wicked flaws. Hamartia is a… Continue reading What is Hamartia — Examples of Tragic Characters in Lit. & Film
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Types of CharactersOpen menu Protagonist Antagonist Hero Anti Hero Tragic Hero Foil Character Character TropesOpen menu Common Character Types Types of Villains Femme Fatale Mad Scientist Mary Sue Damsel in Distress Write Your Free Script → What is a dynamic character? An essential player in storytelling, a dynamic character might learn a lesson, go from… Continue reading What is a Dynamic Character — Definition, Examples and Traits
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Television shows have a lot of moving parts — almost every show employs numerous writers and directors. So, how do you make sure everything functions as it should while guaranteeing the overall creative vision of the series? This is the job of a showrunner — a position more like the conductor of an orchestra. We’ll… Continue reading What is a Showrunner — What it Means to Literally Run the Show
Types of CharactersOpen menu Protagonist Antagonist Hero Anti Hero Tragic Hero Foil Character Character TropesOpen menu Common Character Types Types of Villains Femme Fatale Mad Scientist Mary Sue Damsel in Distress Write Your Free Script → Can you tell a good story without a round character? What does it mean to be a round character?… Continue reading What is a Round Character — Definition, Examples for Writers
Screenplay Structure 101Open menu Three Act Structure Freytag’s Pyramid Story Mountain Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey Save the Cat Dan Harmon’s Story Circle 5 Stages of A StoryOpen menu Exposition Inciting Incident Rising Action Climax Falling Action Denouement Write Your Script For Free → Our physical experience of life is chronological. Yet our internal experience of… Continue reading What is a Non-Linear Plot — How to Write Stories Out of Order
