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Alan Eckelberry
May 15, 20244 min read
Is Subverting Expectations Satisfying in Storytelling?
Discover the delicate balance between subverting expectations and satisfying storytelling with examples from the stories that did it best!
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Alan Eckelberry
Mar 13, 20245 min read
Dune: Part Two Review – An Epic, Complex, and Beautiful Blockbuster [SPOILERS]
Delve into my review for the epic Dune: Part Two. Full of stunning visuals, great characters, and spectacular stakes, it's one to remember.
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Alan Eckelberry
Mar 6, 20248 min read
Story Fix: Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
How could we make Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith even better? Let's explore some changes that would make for a better story!
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Alan Eckelberry
Jan 24, 20244 min read
New Movies and TV Shows to Look Forward to in 2024
Here are my most anticipated new movies and TV shows coming out in 2024! Dune, Furiosa, and more. Gear up for an epic year of entertainment!
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Alan Eckelberry
Jan 17, 20243 min read
PODCAST: Movies and TV We're Excited About in 2024, Need for New IP, Video Games Movies, and More!
Discover Alan and DJ's top picks for movies and TV in 2024, deep dive into the need for new IP, and more on this entertaining podcast!
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Alan Eckelberry
Jan 3, 20248 min read
Story Fix: Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace
How could we make Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace better? Let's explore some changes that would make for a more satisfying story!
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Alan Eckelberry
Dec 27, 202312 min read
Movie Hero Mount Rushmore: Who are the Best Movie Heroes of All Time?
Discover the best movie heroes of all time and find out who made it onto my Movie Hero Mount Rushmore! Don't miss this epic ranking!
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Alan Eckelberry
Oct 24, 20236 min read
Story Fix: Alien 3
Can we rework Alien 3 to make it into a good film? Let's find out! We'll use the building blocks of the movie to make something new!
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Alan Eckelberry
Oct 17, 20236 min read
Powerful Prologue Examples: What Makes for an Effective Start to a Story?
What makes for an effective prologue? Let's take a look at the needed elements and review some classic examples in popular media...
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Alan Eckelberry
Oct 12, 20235 min read
The Creator Movie Review: A Sci-Fi Spectacle Worth Seeing [SPOILERS]
A film, like anything, cannot succeed on potential alone. It has to deliver. So, does 'The Creator' live up to its potential? Mostly, yes!
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Alan Eckelberry
Oct 3, 20234 min read
The Right Way to Raise the Stakes
How do you raise the stakes in your writing? Does it suit the story you're telling? Here's how to craft a compelling story with high stakes.
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