What is Rhythm in Art — Principles, Types & Techniques

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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!

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What are Special Effects in Movies — History & Types Explained

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The Arc Shot — Examples and Camera Movements Explained

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It is fundamental knowledge that moving the camera closer or further from a subject has innate storytelling effects. But what happens when a filmmaker simply moves the camera around a subject? This is the arc shot. It commonly appears on the big screen as the hero shot, but today we’ll analyze a few more effective storytelling capabilities of the arc shot.… Keep reading

What is Socratic Dialogue — Definition, Examples & Uses

A Socratic dialogue is an excellent vehicle for individuals to explore the epistemological nature of ideas. But what is Socratic dialogue? And why is it an excellent vehicle for exploring epistemology? We’re going to answer those questions by defining Socratic dialogue; then we’ll break down some Socratic dialogue examples. By the end, you’ll know how to recognize and implement this techniue in your writing and everyday life.

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What is a Palindrome — Definition, Examples & How They Work

What is a palindrome? Actually, there are a few different types and we will dig into all of them. In this post, we’ll define palindrome, cover the rules that govern the different styles, and take a look at examples of each type. We will even take a look at a few examples of palindromes in pop culture. Let’s get into it!

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Best Thriller Movies of All Time, Ranked for Filmmakers

When it comes to the best thriller movies of all time, there’s a lot to choose from. While great thrillers involve the protagonist in constant and terrifying danger, some are more light hearted, while still juggling with the concepts of life and death.

 

With such a broad genre, there are many movies in the thriller genre to choose from, including horror, psychological, true crime, and black comedy. Since it can sometimes be difficult to choose good thrillers, we decided to make the job easier for you.

 

Listed here are the best thrillers from cinema, ranging from new classics to old favorites, along with everything in-between to satisfy all types of thrill seekers.… Keep reading

Types of Camera Movements in Film Explained: Definitive Guide

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Best Action Movies of All Time, Ranked for Filmmakers

Nothing gets the blood pumping like a good, old-fashioned action flick. From incredible set pieces to beautifully-choreographed action to, of course, amazing one-liners, action is a popular film genre for a reason. And now, it’s time to rank the best action movies of all time.

 

Popular action movies take all shapes and forms. This list has everything from superhero movies to Hong Kong action thrillers and even a couple of Star Wars flicks thrown in for good measure. Any filmmakers who want to direct their own action film should watch these movies because each one offers something great to the genre. … Keep reading

Interstellar Explained — Plot, Meaning & the Ending Explained

There’s no doubt about it: Interstellar was one of the most mentally-stimulating blockbusters of the 2010s. As such, a lot of people were confused about the Interstellar plot, high-concept science, and bold ending. It’s time for Interstellar explained – a deep-dive in which we answer some of the biggest questions audiences asked about the film. By the end, you’ll know the plot and meaning like the back of your hand; you might even say we’ll have an “interstellar explanation” for the fourth dimension.

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