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Plot Holes vs Mystery and Intrigue (Cutting Room Floor #130)

Plot Holes vs Mystery and Intrigue (Cutting Room Floor #130)

FromFilm School


Plot Holes vs Mystery and Intrigue (Cutting Room Floor #130)

FromFilm School

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Length:
37 minutes
Released:
Nov 4, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

What is a good question to ask of a film or book, and what is a bad question? When we're watching or reading, what are the kinds of mystery and intrigue that pull us deeper into the story, and what are the kinds of head-scratching questions that pull us out of it? As creators, we definitely want the former. Not everything in a story requires an explanation; in fact, it's crucial that some things AREN'T explained. But, then again, many things DO need to be explained. How do we tell the difference?
Released:
Nov 4, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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A filmmaker and a writer tackle the AFI's Top 100 Films and beyond to educate themselves about movies and storytelling. Welcome to Film School!