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The SCRIPT-TOOL ENNEAGRAM 2.0 rediscovers an old typology theory as a working tool for story tellers – the Enneagram. If you intend to develop characters and want to learn more about their attributes, or you design plot structures and are searching for a convincing model, the SCRIPT-TOOL ENNEAGRAM 2.0 is a new and helpful tool for this. It is not only applicable for screenplays but for other ... Read more

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The Art of Frozen

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In Walt Disney Animation Studios upcoming film, Frozen, the fearless optimist Anna sets off on an epic journey—teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff—to find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom. The Art of Frozen features concept art ... Read more

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In Walt Disney Animation Studios upcoming film, Frozen, the fearless optimist Anna sets off on an epic journey—teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff—to find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom. The Art of Frozen features concept art
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Digital technologies have transformed documentary for both filmmakers and audiences.Documentary: Witness and Self-Revelation takes an audience-centred approach to documentary, arguing that everyday experiences of what it feels like to film and to be filmed have developed a new sophistication and skepticism in today’s viewers. The book argues that documentary has developed a new third phase of its
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Cinematic Appeals

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