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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!
Alan Eck
4 min read

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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.
Alan Eck
5 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!
Alan Eck
8 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!
Alan Eck
4 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!
Alan Eck
3 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!
Alan Eck
8 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!
Alan Eck
12 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!
Alan Eck
6 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...
Alan Eck
6 min read

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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!
Alan Eck
5 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.
Alan Eck
4 min read
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