Category: Screenwriting

A group of friends gets lost in a forest and stumbles upon a cursed cabin, where they must confront the evil spirits that haunt it. A young woman starts to experience strange and terrifying occurrences in her home, leading her to believe that her house…

A femme fatale is a stock character in literature, film, and art, typically portrayed as a seductive and alluring woman who uses her charm and sexuality to manipulate and control men. The term “femme fatale” is French, and literally means “fatal woman.” Characteristics of a…

A mad scientist is a fictional character, often portrayed as a scientist or researcher who is engaged in unethical or dangerous experimentation. Characteristics of a mad scientist include a disregard for safety or ethical considerations, a tendency to become obsessed with their work, and a…

Colloquialism is a term used to describe words, phrases, or expressions that are commonly used in informal spoken language, but are not typically considered appropriate for formal written language. These expressions are considered part of the everyday vernacular and are often specific to a particular…

Prose is a form of written language that is not poetry or verse. It is characterized by its normal, everyday structure and the use of full grammatical sentences. Examples of prose in literature include novels, short stories, essays, and news articles. What Is Prose In…

An epithet is a descriptive phrase or word that is commonly used to characterize a person, place, or thing. It is often used in literature, particularly in epic and heroic poetry, to create a more vivid and memorable image of the person, place, or thing…

The premise of a story is the basic idea or underlying concept that serves as the foundation for the plot and characters. It is a summary of the main conflict or problem that the story will explore, and is often expressed as a statement or…

Action breaks are a technique used in writing dialogue to create visual interest, break up long stretches of conversation, and add a sense of action and movement to a scene. They can also be used to add tension and suspense to a scene, and to…

A character sheet is a document used by writers to keep track of all the important information about a particular character in a story.  It typically includes details such as the character’s name, physical appearance, personality traits, background, goals, and motivations. Character sheets can also…

In film and literature, setting refers to the time and place where the story takes place. It can include the physical location, historical period, and social context of the story. The setting can have a significant impact on the story and the characters within it….