Writer In A Hat
Short Stories, Writing Tips & Essays
Tag: Movie Discussion
Why ‘Love Is Gone’ Is Vital To The Muppets Christmas Carol
There’s something special about The Muppet’s Christmas Carol. Even people who aren’t fans of the Muppets like it. It’s full of heart, wit, and great songs, including one that’s gained some infamy.
Why We Need to Stop Comparing Books & Movies
While its understandable that adaptations get compared, have you noticed that books and movies get compared even if they’re not two versions of the same story?
Does the Quality of a Story Really Matter?
We say we want a well-written story, that perfectly balances theme, character development, and plot. But is that really what we want?
Write A Great Opener – BABY DRIVER
Last time, we looked at Mr. Robot. This time, we’re looking at Edgar Wright’s Baby Driver. What techniques are used to engage the audience?
Why The Plot Twist In ROBOT & FRANK Doesn’t Work
I recently watched Robot and Frank, a bittersweet science fiction drama about an older man struggling with memory loss and his reluctant acceptance of his helper-bot. I liked it overall, except for one tiny detail – the plot twist.
Don’t Worry About ‘Strong Female Characters.’
In a world where a woman showing her breasts is somehow pro-feminist and anti-feminist at the same time, it’s easy to see why any writer would stress over their female characters.
