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Flash, Cyborg, Batman, Aquaman, and Wonder Woman are the Justice League of America
Storytelling

Why the Justice League Movie’s Marketing Flopped

How did Justice League become the lowest-opening movie in the DC Extended Universe?

By Justin, 8 yearsNovember 19, 2017 ago
Storytelling

10 Books That Changed the Way I Think

Here are 10 books that shaped my point of view on life, art, and storytelling itself.

By Justin, 8 yearsNovember 16, 2017 ago
Tegan and Sara
Armchair Sociology

Why Representation Matters in Storytelling

How many reflections of yourself do you see in the world? Here’s why the stories we tell, and who gets to tell their story, is so important.

By Justin, 8 yearsNovember 13, 2017 ago
Thor: Ragnarok follows the blueprint for every Marvel movie
Storytelling

Does Every Marvel Movie Tell the Same Story?

Thor: Ragnarok is basically a blueprint for how to make a Marvel movie… and that’s a problem. Here’s why every Marvel movie tells the same story.

By Justin, 8 yearsNovember 5, 2017 ago
Stranger Things 2 Episode 1 Netflix Poster
Storytelling

Why Stranger Things 2 Episode 1 Is Perfect Storytelling

Stranger Things 2 Episode 1 is a textbook example of how to kick off a new season of a beloved show. Here’s why its writing and pacing work so well.

By Justin, 8 yearsOctober 30, 2017 ago
Telling stories with data
Business Advice

6 Tips for Telling Better Stories with Data

People mistakenly believe that data speaks for itself. But numbers aren’t a story. Here’s what your audience really needs to make good data-informed decisions.

By Justin, 8 yearsOctober 28, 2017 ago
Luke Cage, Daredevil, Jessica Jones, and Iron Fist are Marvel's Defenders
Storytelling

How to Fix the Storytelling Flaws in Marvel’s Defenders

Marvel’s Defenders has some storytelling problems that could have been avoided. Here’s where it went wrong, and how it could improve in Season Two.

By Justin, 8 yearsOctober 23, 2017 ago
Some of the best YouTube challens for video essays and storytellers
Social Media

28 of the Best YouTube Channels for Storytellers

From pop culture analysis to scientific deep dives, here are some of the best YouTube channels for video essays.

By Justin, 8 yearsOctober 22, 2017 ago
Woman reading tablet in a coffee shop
Storytelling

10 Tips to Easily Improve Your Writing

10 tips to make your writing faster, easier, and more compelling for audiences to read, enjoy, and share.

By Justin, 8 yearsOctober 19, 2017 ago
Blade Runner 2049 Poster
Storytelling

The Problem with Blade Runner 2049

Let’s explore the structural flaw that causes the film to falter.

By Justin, 8 yearsOctober 8, 2017 ago

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Popular Posts

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  • • This Storytelling Flaw Ruined the New Star Wars Trilogy
  • • Why Does Every Marvel Movie Tell the Same Story?
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  • • How Iron Man Created the Formula for Every Marvel Movie

Latest Posts

  • • Worldbuilding and Exposition: 6 Writing Tips from Dune
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