S oap operas have been a staple of daytime television for decades, captivating audiences with their cliffhangers, melodramatic plots, and character-driven stories. With their roots in radio programming, these serialized shows have a rich history and have evolved significantly over the years while maintaining their unique characteristics.Continue reading What is a Soap Opera — History, Examples… Continue reading What is a Soap Opera — History, Examples & Evolution
A pangram, often a source of intrigue, is a unique linguistic feat that not everyone may be familiar with. In essence, a pangram is a sentence that uses every letter of the alphabet at least once, showcasing the versatility of language and the creativity of the writer. Consider the phrase, “The quick brown fox jumps over the… Continue reading What is a Pangram — Definition, Examples & Uses
BasicsOpen menu Basics of Film Lighting What Does a Cinematographer Do What is Cinematography What is Digital Cinematography Cinematography Terms What is Motion Blur Lighting EssentialsOpen menu 3-Point Lighting What is Key Light What is Fill Light What is Backlight What is Practical Lighting When is Golden Hour E-BooksOpen menu FREE Ebook: Camera Lenses Explained… Continue reading What is Fill Light — The Unsung Hero of 3 Point Lighting
In most stories, conflict is the engine that drives the narrative, breathing life into the characters and drama into a plot. Depending on the story, different types of conflict can emerge bringing about different forms of drama and various types of stories. Continue reading Types of Conflict in Literature and How to Write Them
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 → There are many ways to enhance the main plot of a film. You can flesh out your protagonist, establish a story structure that keeps the audience engaged,… Continue reading What is a Subplot in Film and TV? Definition and Examples
Some of the most iconic shots in history have been taken from the air. The elevated vantage point that we rarely see in day to day life creates a unique experience for any movie-goer. From war films, to thrillers, to action movies, aerial cinematography has created some of the most iconic shots in cinema. These… Continue reading What is Aerial Cinematography? Drone Shots and Techniques
Shot SizeShot FramingCamera AnglesCamera FocusCamera GearCamera MovementCamera Lenses When faced with a blank canvas, a painter must first choose their brush, colors, and subject before they even make a single stroke. Similarly, a filmmaker approaches a shot by first choosing the right tools that serve their story. Some of the most impactful tools to how… Continue reading Ultimate Guide to Camera Gear — Every Type of Camera Rig Explained
While we may not understand how it happens, some characters connect so deeply with us we feel as though we know them. A big part of this, is relating to why they do things. While we may not agree with everything they do, we may understand why they do it. This is where character motivation… Continue reading What is Character Motivation in Storytelling
From comedy to action to drama, slow motion can be found throughout every movie genre. As camera technology evolves, slow motion is being implemented in both big-budget blockbusters and low budget indie films. Heck, you can even shoot high frame rate slo-mo on your cell phone now. With the tool being more accessible to all… Continue reading How to Write Slow Motion in a Script: Formatting and Examples
