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, itโ€™s time to rank the best action movies of all time. Popular action movies take all shapes and forms. This list has… Continue reading Best Action Movies of All Time, Ranked for Filmmakers

What is a Prologue? Definition & Examples

Screenplay Structure 101Open menu Three Act Structure Freytagโ€™s Pyramid Story Mountain Joseph Campbellโ€™s Heroโ€™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 โ†’ The first scene in a story is arguably the most important one.… Continue reading What is a Prologue? Definition & Examples

20 Mise en Scรจne Elements Every Filmmaker Needs to Know

Mise en scรจne can seem foreign, even to filmmakers, film critics, and movie buffs. Why is it important? How do you pronounce it? And what is mise en scรจne anyway. Grasping mise en scรจne is critical for anyone who makes or seriously watches any kind of visual content. For directors and producers, mise en scรจne… Continue reading 20 Mise en Scรจne Elements Every Filmmaker Needs to Know

Steven Spielberg Movies โ€” Filmmaking Style & Techniques

Youโ€™ve seen many Steven Spielberg movies in your time. Despite his popularity, it can be difficult to pinpoint what defines the Steven Spielberg directing style. Perhaps his control of the medium is so natural and intuitive, his trademarks and cinematography techniques go unnoticed in a good way. This article will explore the most iconic films… Continue reading Steven Spielberg Movies โ€” Filmmaking Style & Techniques

Ultimate Guide to Film Terms: The Definitive Glossary of Film Terminology

Browse Film Terms  A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z Whether youโ€™re working on your first or 100th film, there is always something new to learn. When you need to update your film terminology, this resource will… Continue reading Ultimate Guide to Film Terms: The Definitive Glossary of Film Terminology

25 Best Opening Scenes in Movies & What Makes Them Great

In psychology, thereโ€™s something called the serial position effect. It means people tend to remember what comes first and last, not what occurs in the middle.ย Filmmakers know this phenomenon all too well. Combine that with today’s stream-ability and countless optionsโ€ฆ and the opening to a film is as important as ever.ย Today, we study the best… Continue reading 25 Best Opening Scenes in Movies & What Makes Them Great

What is a Protagonist โ€” Definition & Examples for Screenwriters

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 โ†’ What is a protagonist? What makes a story truly memorable? Often, it’s the protagonistโ€”the driving force who takes us… Continue reading What is a Protagonist โ€” Definition & Examples for Screenwriters

The Kuleshov Effect Explained (and How Spielberg Subverts it)

Movies and television are incredible because they can transport us into a world of wonderment. Today weโ€™re going to go over the Kuleshov Effect and how the greatest director of all time, Steven Spielberg, put his own twist on the editing technique for his personal stamp.Continue reading The Kuleshov Effect Explained (and How Spielberg Subverts… Continue reading The Kuleshov Effect Explained (and How Spielberg Subverts it)

46 Storyboard Examples from Movies, Animation, and Games (with FREE Storyboard Templates)

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 โ†’… Continue reading 46 Storyboard Examples from Movies, Animation, and Games (with FREE Storyboard Templates)

The Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (January 2021)

Amazon Prime Video is chock-full of great movies but itโ€™s a nightmare trying to find them. Unlike Netflix which offers strong curated playlists, Prime Video does a poor job of highlighting all the amazing movies on its service. Donโ€™t fret though, weโ€™ve scoured the depths of Primeโ€™s film catalogue to deliver our list of the… Continue reading The Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (January 2021)

The Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (July 2020)

Amazon Prime Video is chock-full of great movies but itโ€™s a nightmare trying to find them. Unlike Netflix which offers strong curated playlists, Prime Video does a poor job of highlighting all the amazing movies on its service. Donโ€™t fret though, weโ€™ve scoured the depths of Primeโ€™s film catalog to deliver our list of the… Continue reading The Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (July 2020)

The Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (June 2020)

Amazon Prime Video is chock-full of great movies but itโ€™s a nightmare trying to find them. Unlike Netflix which offers strong curated playlists, Prime Video does a poor job of highlighting all the amazing movies on its service. Donโ€™t fret though, weโ€™ve scoured the depths of Primeโ€™s film catalog to deliver our list of the… Continue reading The Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (June 2020)

The Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (October 2020)

Amazon Prime Video is chock-full of great movies but itโ€™s a nightmare trying to find them. Unlike Netflix which offers strong curated playlists, Prime Video does a poor job of highlighting all the amazing movies on its service. Donโ€™t fret though, weโ€™ve scoured the depths of Primeโ€™s film catalogue to deliver our list of the… Continue reading The Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (October 2020)

The Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (December 2020)

Amazon Prime Video is chock-full of great movies but itโ€™s a nightmare trying to find them. Unlike Netflix which offers strong curated playlists, Prime Video does a poor job of highlighting all the amazing movies on its service. Donโ€™t fret though, weโ€™ve scoured the depths of Primeโ€™s film catalogue to deliver our list of the… Continue reading The Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (December 2020)

The Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (November 2020)

Amazon Prime Video is chock-full of great movies but itโ€™s a nightmare trying to find them. Unlike Netflix which offers strong curated playlists, Prime Video does a poor job of highlighting all the amazing movies on its service. Donโ€™t fret though, weโ€™ve scoured the depths of Primeโ€™s film catalogue to deliver our list of the… Continue reading The Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (November 2020)

The Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (September 2020)

Amazon Prime Video is chock-full of great movies but itโ€™s a nightmare trying to find them. Unlike Netflix which offers strong curated playlists, Prime Video does a poor job of highlighting all the amazing movies on its service. Donโ€™t fret though, weโ€™ve scoured the depths of Primeโ€™s film catalogue to deliver our list of the… Continue reading The Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (September 2020)

The Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (August 2020)

Amazon Prime Video is chock-full of great movies but itโ€™s a nightmare trying to find them. Unlike Netflix which offers strong curated playlists, Prime Video does a poor job of highlighting all the amazing movies on its service. Donโ€™t fret though, weโ€™ve scoured the depths of Primeโ€™s film catalogue to deliver our list of the… Continue reading The Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (August 2020)