I want you all to know that I've started a new blog at Wordpress. It's in the works, so be patient. It does have a lot of potential. missmorgen.wordpress.com. I'll keep you updated.
Something I want to share to all my fellow writers: You all know that you're supposed to know your characters inside and out. Down to every last detail... and I don't mean just what they look like, but bits and pieces of their personality that no one else would know about... not even the reader. I've always heard this, but it's only recently in writing my screenplay that I realized how important it actually is. Always include and know your characters' weakness(es). The famous and classic example is of Superman and his weakness of kryptonite. There should always be a way to defeat your character. Give them something they can overcome. A fear. What is your character afraid of? This should almost be the first question you ask yourself as a writer.
If you are just starting out on a story, but don't know where to begin... you can always ask yourself the classic question of "What makes this particular day different from all the rest?" Another question you might consider, if you decide to go in a different direction would be "What makes this day just like any other day?" and go from there.
None of this was exactly sticking with me until I watched a movie. Yes, a movie. The movie is called Fresh (1994) and was written and directed by Boaz Yakin. I definitely recommend this movie to everyone. One thing I really enjoyed about the movie was the central metaphor that played throughout the film between Michael's life and the game of Chess. It seemed brilliant. If you watch the movie, watch it again. If you have a chance, watch the director's cut as well and listen to what Yakin has to say.
Anyway, that's my rant for the day. Thanks for reading.
Something I want to share to all my fellow writers: You all know that you're supposed to know your characters inside and out. Down to every last detail... and I don't mean just what they look like, but bits and pieces of their personality that no one else would know about... not even the reader. I've always heard this, but it's only recently in writing my screenplay that I realized how important it actually is. Always include and know your characters' weakness(es). The famous and classic example is of Superman and his weakness of kryptonite. There should always be a way to defeat your character. Give them something they can overcome. A fear. What is your character afraid of? This should almost be the first question you ask yourself as a writer.
If you are just starting out on a story, but don't know where to begin... you can always ask yourself the classic question of "What makes this particular day different from all the rest?" Another question you might consider, if you decide to go in a different direction would be "What makes this day just like any other day?" and go from there.
None of this was exactly sticking with me until I watched a movie. Yes, a movie. The movie is called Fresh (1994) and was written and directed by Boaz Yakin. I definitely recommend this movie to everyone. One thing I really enjoyed about the movie was the central metaphor that played throughout the film between Michael's life and the game of Chess. It seemed brilliant. If you watch the movie, watch it again. If you have a chance, watch the director's cut as well and listen to what Yakin has to say.
Anyway, that's my rant for the day. Thanks for reading.
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