Ranked #1
Legally Blonde
Legally Blonde
We're kicking off a new season with a focus on two new storytelling principles! In Season 2, Valerie is studying The Her... Read more
13 Jul 2022
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39mins
Ranked #2
Genres: best advice for authors
Genres: best advice for authors
In this episode, Valerie and Melanie review their key takeaways from the ten films they studied this season. Tune in to ... Read more
6 Jul 2022
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34mins
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Dune: spectacle v. story
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Dune is a true feast for the eyes, and it's got the Oscars to prove it. However, none of the awards (or nominations) wer... Read more
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Knives Out: mastering the whodunnit
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Turning Red: home run, or swing and miss?
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The Courier: when is a spy story not a spy story?
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Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri: what the heck is the genre?
Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri: what the heck is the genre?
If you're interested in character development, this award-winning film is one you want to study. However, if you're inte... Read more
11 May 2022
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