Writing is writing regardless of what kind of writing it is. Here are three key tips for success.
Category: Writing Tips
Aronofsky’s Noah & Adaptation Challenges
Whether you liked the film or not, Noah is a great look at the adaptation process and the key elements in transforming a story from one medium to another.
#WritingAdviceWednesday – Unspoken Communication
#WritingAdviceWednesday – It’s what’s not on the page that’s important.
Vladimir Putin and the Power of Will
Power of Will characters take what they want, fight for every inch of turf, refuse to show any weakness themselves and pounce decisively on the weakness of others.
Make the Strongest Choice
The higher the stakes for the character the more the audience cares about what happens next.
#TypesTuesday – Archetype or Character Type? Wizards in Harry Potter
#TypesTuesday – There is no one way to be a wizard.
Lessons from eQunioxe Scriptwriting Workshop
The answer to this these questions provides a critical overview of the story. If they aren’t answered clearly then it doesn’t matter how good the individual scenes might be. The story won’t add up to much or hold together properly.
#WritingAdviceWednesday – Advice from Script Lab on Scenes
#WritingAdviceWednesday – Great short tip on the key to a wonderful scene.
Casualty
There are a number of ways to approach being in the medical profession in a drama.
Vintage Cop Shows – Why Is The Cop On The Job?
“How” a crime is solved is so much less important than “Why” the cops are doing what they are doing and “Why” they are affected by the job. If there is no “Why” it’s just cops going through the motions.