Posted on June 6, 2016
This short article will explain what Dramatica is all about and will also provide a step-by-step guide on how to use Dramatica to structure your story. Part One : What Dramatica Is All About 1. What does Dramatica do for a...
Posted on June 6, 2016
What is Dramatica? Dramatica is a theory of how story structure works that was developed 25 years ago and is implemented in a line of software products to help writers structure their stories. What makes Dramatica different from other...
Posted on December 28, 2012
(Revised July 2007) I spent nearly sixteen years avoiding reading anything of substance by (Hollywood) story theorists such as Syd Field, John Truby, Christopher Vogler, Robert McKee and others. As co-creator of the Dramatica theory of story,...
Posted on August 29, 2012
Dramatica has been a key resource for me in better understanding the elements of a good story, and is by far the most comprehensive tool I know of for taking apart what makes a successful screenplay or novel work. It goes miles beyond anything else...
Posted on June 6, 2016
This short article will explain what Dramatica is all about and will also provide a step-by-step guide on how to use Dramatica to structure your story. Part One : What Dramatica Is All About 1. What does Dramatica do for a...
Posted on June 6, 2016
What is Dramatica? Dramatica is a theory of how story structure works that was developed 25 years ago and is implemented in a line of software products to help writers structure their stories. What makes Dramatica different from other...
Posted on December 28, 2012
(Revised July 2007) I spent nearly sixteen years avoiding reading anything of substance by (Hollywood) story theorists such as Syd Field, John Truby, Christopher Vogler, Robert McKee and others. As co-creator of the Dramatica theory of story,...
Posted on February 15, 2008
"It came from outer space." Fascination with aliens--paranoia (objective story thematic counterpoint-threat) in progressive (os concern) times. Reaction to the unknown is the topic explored in the politically subversive, amazingly stellar, animated...
Posted on February 15, 2007
In 60 years, the story you’re writing could be completely meaningless. Sad thought, isn’t it? Why else do we slave over characters and plot and theme if not to have some chance at immortality? Don’t our words last forever? The Maltese Falcon...
Posted on August 11, 2006
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe is based on a children’s book by C. S. Lewis and follows the book faithfully — perhaps a little too faithfully. Though beautifully told with top-notch actors and effects, The Lion,...
Posted on July 15, 2001
The dueling visions of Stanley Kubrick and Stephen Spielberg in A.I. Artificial Intelligence A.I. Artificial Intelligence is a film born from the visions of two filmic legends: Stanley Kubrick and Stephen Spielberg. Though there are many great and...
Posted on March 2, 1998
Jack of all trades, master of none. Sometimes a story just tries to do too much. Often when creating a work, an author will be inspired by a bit of action, a particular character or an interesting theme. Unfortunately, these may not all belong in...
Posted on February 5, 1998
What is it about The X-Files that has attracted such a following? Is it the blend of New Age philosophy and hard science fiction? Could it be the taboo subjects or government conspiracies? How about the flashy production values and high-tech special...
