Writing an effective and accurate documentary film proposal is one of the most important tasks you’ll face as a documentary filmmaker. Writing a professional film proposal will secure your funding, give your team members confidence that they’re working on the right project, and keep you on track. This guide will walk you through all the […]
Character Arcs (A Complete Guide)
Keeping character arc in mind is one of the most important things you can do in writing and filmmaking because it’s directly related to creating a satisfying resolution for your reader or viewer. The process of change in the main character, especially a protagonist – embodied in the character arc – is a crucial part […]
Nonlinear Narrative and How to Use It in Your Storytelling
Nonlinear storytelling is a narrative technique used in storytelling where the story moves back and forth between different points in time to make the story more exciting or compelling. You may think that nonlinear storytelling is only for writers or filmmakers, but it’s actually a useful tool for anyone who wants to create a compelling […]
How to Analyze a Story
As a writer, it’s important to understand how to analyze the stories you’re telling in order to create them more effectively. In this article, we’ll show you how to deconstruct and examine any story so you can figure out something about the plot or characters – and what that means for your own writing. Although […]