Rocky (1976)
A small-time boxer with a mixed-results fighting record attempts to put forward his best effort in a fight with the heavyweight champion and to thereby earn a sense of deserved respect. Medium: Film Writer(s): Sylvester Stallone Director: John G. Avildsen Production...
Stories from Aphorisms | Duty
Aphorisms are especially well-suited to generating story ideas, because they often contain recommended approaches or courses of action that serve as kernels for story themes. Here, we look at an aphorism that addresses the idea of duty. To Whom Much Is Given The...
Stories from Aphorisms | Action
Aphorisms are especially well-suited to generating story ideas, because they often contain recommended approaches or courses of action that serve as kernels for story themes. Here we examine one about action, from U.S. general Omar Bradley. Members-only Content This...
Whale Rider (2002)
A young Maori girl strives to attain her proper place in the life of her tribe, even though the place she seems destined for is one that tribal tradition forbids her to hold. Medium: Film Writer(s): Niki Caro, Witi Ihimaera Director: Niki Caro Production Co.(s): South...
What about the non-main characters?
I feel the part of the Soul technique where I’m most vulnerable has to do with supporting characters. Thoughts? Started by Bernard Rice on 2014-04-15 at 23:13 I feel the part of the Soul technique where I’m most vulnerable has to do with supporting characters. I...
Sailing with Einstein
When Irene Salinger was a teenager, she spent the summers in the country, where her neighbor was Albert Einstein. Einstein loved to sail and would take her with him on the water, where he shared with her the secrets of living an interesting and productive life. A...
Stories from Idioms | Rules
Idioms can be used to generate story ideas, because they serve as shorthand ways of expressing themes. Here, we examine two from the domain of card games. Members-only Content This article is available only to logged-in members of this website. If you're already a...
The Thomas Crown Affair (1999)
An insurance investigator attempts to maintain a posture of emotional ruthlessness as she works to expose the truth of an art theft masterminded by a wealthy playboy. Medium: Film Writer(s): Leslie Dixon, Kurt Wimmer Director: John McTiernan Production Co.(s):...