Screenwriting

Conflict is one of the most integral parts of a story. It is a literary and film device that drives the story forward, revealing the characters’ motivations, strengths, and weaknesses. … Read more

A Man vs Fate technique is applied to stories where the protagonist is faced with something that is foretold. This is usually introduced at the beginning of the story when … Read more

Person or Man vs. Technology is a literary technique where the protagonist is faced with a problem involving a man-made invention. A common theme in science fiction stories, this type … Read more

Here’s how William Sitwell, Waitrose Food magazine editor-in-chief, responded to a staffer’s request to include more vegan recipes in their publication: “How about a series on killing vegans, one by … Read more

Whether you’d like to know more about the personal experiences graduate students have lived through via documentaries or you prefer to watch fictionalized accounts of graduate school tales inspired by … Read more

What roles do graphic designers play in today’s world? Talk about variety! People with talent can find themselves awash in career options if they explore the field of graphic design, … Read more

Given the sophistication surrounding marketing and advertising, you may think that both evolved recently, but in fact, “the first-ever written ad was found in the ruins of Thebes in Egypt,” … Read more

For historical fashion researchers like Eric Wilson, the fashion industry is more than runway models and high-profile designers. It also includes “designers, stores, factory workers, seamstresses, tailors, embroiderers, the press, … Read more

We’ve already delved into several storytelling techniques here in Next Level Pictures, wherein the main character deals with something much bigger—person vs. the supernatural, or person vs. society. In this … Read more

Horror movies, who doesn’t love them? If one particular film genre has a similar impact to an amusement roller coaster ride, it is the horror movie genre. These movies can … Read more