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    Dramatic Tension – don’t let them go (part II)
    • May 27, 2020

    Dramatic Tension – don’t let them go (part II)

    Keeping audiences hooked relies on meaningful dramatic questions, yet few stories generate tension on the most meaningful level.
    Dramatic Tension – don’t let them go (part I)
    • May 26, 2020

    Dramatic Tension – don’t let them go (part I)

    Clever concepts and rare characters can entice audiences, but story-long dramatic tension is what keeps them engaged.
    Character Behavior – 3 Important Touchstones
    • Feb 17, 2020

    Character Behavior – 3 Important Touchstones

    Personality goes a long way, but it won't save a protagonist from poorly-written behavior. A deep look at some key behavioral qualities.
    Thematic Conflict – The Intersection of Dramatic Conflict and Theme
    • Oct 23, 2019

    Thematic Conflict – The Intersection of Dramatic Conflict and Theme

    Drama without theme is meaningless and meaningless stories get forgotten. Let's examine how best to explore themes in cinematic stories.
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