Every movie or TV show has a Central Thematic Question (or Statement). Here's how to find yours and how to make sure it aligns with your goals as a storyteller.
“X movie doesn’t have a theme.” “First of all, yes it does.” 😆 So true. Great perspective to help excavate the heart of a piece, Audrey! Thanks for sharing!
In my experience, the theme in my features always relates to the emotional arc of my main character. When I've developed the character and worked through their emotional journey, I also understand the theme of my story in deeper and more complex way.
“X movie doesn’t have a theme.” “First of all, yes it does.” 😆 So true. Great perspective to help excavate the heart of a piece, Audrey! Thanks for sharing!
I had a writer try to tell me John Wick doesn’t have a theme I was like what are you talking about
😮 But clearly the theme is that pencils are dangerous
In my experience, the theme in my features always relates to the emotional arc of my main character. When I've developed the character and worked through their emotional journey, I also understand the theme of my story in deeper and more complex way.
That is a great way to do it, yes!
Theme is such an important part of writing! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks, Devin! Glad you agree.