A reader writes in requesting a reexamination of my post “The Perils of Coincidence” in light of an acclaimed movie which is already a screenwriting award contender: This weekend, I saw Slumdog Millionaire, a story that is succinctly described by the equation: “I knew the answer to this obscure question because this farfetched event happened […]
QandA
How do I show simultaneity?
A couple of techniques for letting the audience know that two things are happening at the same time.
How do I include animated sequences?
Clear sluglines help to weave in and out of animation.
Do I need a caveat?
Hollywood folk are savvy enough to realize that the guys who wrote Saw aren’t any sicker than most screenwriters.