Kyle DeGuzman graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor of Science in Television, Film, & New Media. He currently resides in Denver, Colorado spending his time writing, filmmaking, and traveling.
With an increasing presence of technology in film, it is important to understand how to write text messages in a screenplay. Text messaging has become not only commonplace, but necessary in day to day communication for most people. It is only appropriate that this form of communication comes up in the lives of a story’s… Continue reading How to Write Text Messages in a Script — Formatting Explained
Storyboard EssentialsOpen menu What is a Storyboard Best Storyboard Examples How to Storyboard Ultimate Guide to Storyboard Rules Best Storyboard Software Storyboard TemplatesOpen menu Storyboard Templates Pack How to Make a Storyboard Template How to Use a Storyboard Template Music Video Storyboard Template Commercial Storyboard Templates Movie Storyboard Template Create Your Free Storyboard Here →… Continue reading Storyboard Composition — A Guide to Layout, Format, Framing
Whether you are a producer, 1st AD, or script supervisor, breaking down a script is an incredibly daunting and tedious task. Overtime, the process of breaking down a script by color has become the only organized and efficient way of tackling the task. In this article, we’ll take a look at how to breakdown a… Continue reading Script Breakdown Colors — How Colors Work in a Breakdown
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 → Have you ever watched a movie with a plot twist that blew your mind and then watched that movie again and noticed signs leading to the twist?… Continue reading What is Foreshadowing — Definition, Examples in Film and Lit.
Filmmaking is a complex process that involves various stages and meticulous planning. Among the important aspects of filmmaking is the pre-production stage, where planning and organization are done before the actual filming. One of the critical tasks in pre-production is creating a plan for the shots that will be taken. Filmmakers use either shot lists, storyboards… Continue reading Shot List vs Storyboard — How They Differ & Why You Need Both
Have you ever watched a film that had some level of predictability, but despite this kept you engaged and entertained up until the credits rolled? Odds are the filmmaker behind the movie had a solid understanding of the genre. Most movie-goers have a basic understanding of popular movie genres such as comedy, romance, and dramas. But… Continue reading What is Genre — Definition and Examples of Genre Conventions
Close UpsOpen menu Extreme Close-Up (ECU) Medium Close-Up (MCU) Medium ShotsOpen menu Medium Shot (MS) Cowboy Shot (CS) Medium Full Shot (MFS) Wide ShotsOpen menu Full Shot (FS) Wide Shot (WS) Extreme Wide Shot (EWS) Create Free Shot List There are multiple ways audiences can learn about who a character is. How they talk, how… Continue reading What is a Full Shot in Film? Types of Shots in Film Explained
Storyboard EssentialsOpen menu What is a Storyboard Best Storyboard Examples How to Storyboard Ultimate Guide to Storyboard Rules Best Storyboard Software Storyboard TemplatesOpen menu Storyboard Templates Pack How to Make a Storyboard Template How to Use a Storyboard Template Music Video Storyboard Template Commercial Storyboard Templates Movie Storyboard Template Create Your Free Storyboard Here →… Continue reading How to Create a Storyboard Demo Reel — Tips for Story Artists
Storyboard EssentialsOpen menu What is a Storyboard Best Storyboard Examples How to Storyboard Ultimate Guide to Storyboard Rules Best Storyboard Software Storyboard TemplatesOpen menu Storyboard Templates Pack How to Make a Storyboard Template How to Use a Storyboard Template Music Video Storyboard Template Commercial Storyboard Templates Movie Storyboard Template Create Your Free Storyboard Here →… Continue reading What is a Storyboard Artist — Job Description, Duties & Salary
How to Format a ScreenplayOpen menu Scene Headings Sluglines Action / Description Dialogue Transitions TV Script Format 101 FREE Movie Scripts: StudioBinder Screenwriting Library Write Your Script for Free Many screenwriters are praised for their witty and captivating dialogue. A skill that is far too underappreciated, however, is the ability to effectively incorporate action within… Continue reading How to Write Action Breaks in Dialogue — Examples & Tips
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 → One of the most basic functions of every film is to communicate… Continue reading What is Exposition — You Can’t Escape It But You Can Conquer It
How to Format a ScreenplayOpen menu Scene Headings Sluglines Action / Description Dialogue Transitions TV Script Format 101 FREE Movie Scripts: StudioBinder Screenwriting Library Write Your Script for Free Screenplays are a unique and often challenging medium for storytelling because they are essentially stories on the page made for the screen. It can be difficult… Continue reading How to Write Sluglines — Scene Heading Format & Creative Uses
It is not uncommon for filmmakers to open a film with a few lines of text over a black screen that set forth the tone or theme of a film. Oftentimes, filmmakers even use text over a black screen to transition between scenes or acts. Doing so can be an extremely direct and efficient way… Continue reading How to Write Text on a Black Screen in Screenplay Format
Task Board 101Open menu Free Task Board Template What is a Task Board What is Task Management Kanban Board 101Open menu Free Kanban Board Template What is a Kanban Board Kanban Methodology Explained How to Use a Kanban Board Create Your Free Task Board Here → Tasks are the building blocks of larger accomplishments. In… Continue reading Kanban Methodology Explained — A Guide to the Principles
Task Board 101Open menu Free Task Board Template What is a Task Board What is Task Management Kanban Board 101Open menu Free Kanban Board Template What is a Kanban Board Kanban Methodology Explained How to Use a Kanban Board Create Your Free Task Board Here → The Kanban board has solidified its role as a… Continue reading What is a Kanban Board — Types & Processes Explained
Task Board 101Open menu Free Task Board Template What is a Task Board What is Task Management Kanban Board 101Open menu Free Kanban Board Template What is a Kanban Board Kanban Methodology Explained How to Use a Kanban Board Create Your Free Task Board Here → A Kanban board is a visual project management tool that… Continue reading How to Use a Kanban Board — 5 Quick Steps Explained
Task Board 101Open menu Free Task Board Template What is a Task Board What is Task Management Kanban Board 101Open menu Free Kanban Board Template What is a Kanban Board Kanban Methodology Explained How to Use a Kanban Board Create Your Free Task Board Here → We’ve all heard the saying “Work smarter, not harder.”… Continue reading What is Task Management — Definition & Steps Explained
Task Board 101Open menu Free Task Board Template What is a Task Board What is Task Management Kanban Board 101Open menu Free Kanban Board Template What is a Kanban Board Kanban Methodology Explained How to Use a Kanban Board Create Your Free Task Board Here → Sometimes, tasks can pile on. And when they do,… Continue reading What is a Task Board — Types, Functions & Benefits
When the original Rocky was first released, it won the hearts of audiences all over the world. It catapulted the then-unknown Sylvester Stallone into stardom and opened the gates for an entire franchise. However, not every film has received the success of the original. In fact, some have reached the exact opposite end of the… Continue reading Best Rocky Movies Ranked
Storyboard EssentialsOpen menu What is a Storyboard Best Storyboard Examples How to Storyboard Ultimate Guide to Storyboard Rules Best Storyboard Software Storyboard TemplatesOpen menu Storyboard Templates Pack How to Make a Storyboard Template How to Use a Storyboard Template Music Video Storyboard Template Commercial Storyboard Templates Movie Storyboard Template Create Your Free Storyboard Here →… Continue reading Commercial Storyboard Examples and Techniques
