by Talius | May 10, 2024 | Screenwriting
Characters are the heart of any story, driving the plot and engaging audiences. Every scene they’re in should serve a purpose, advancing the story in a meaningful way. A character, in the context of a screenplay or literary work, can be any person, animal, or...
by Talius | Apr 29, 2024 | Screenwriting
Plot, plot, plot! It’s always about the plot! Without a plot, there’s no story and no story means no film. Even character-driven tales require structure, and that structure is what we will be talking about today. What is Plot? Plot is the structure your story...
by Talius | Apr 19, 2024 | Creative Writing, Filmmaking, Screenwriting
Popular films like Half of a Yellow Sun, Elesin Oba, Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, Gone Girl, and The Godfather all have something in common—they’re all film adaptations of stories that first existed in books. Many beloved films have their origins in...
by Talius | Apr 12, 2024 | Behind The Screen, Interview
Behind The Screen is an Albantsho series that provides a glimpse into the lives, experiences, and stories of screenwriters and storytellers in Nigeria’s vibrant film and creative industry. One of the first things you notice going through Folaremi...
by Talius | Mar 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
Reading screenplays is an essential habit every screenwriter must cultivate. It not only helps you think like a professional but also allows you to master screenplay structure. Here are five suggestions to help you effectively read a screenplay like a pro. 1. Read It...
by Talius | Mar 19, 2024 | Filmmaking
Marketing is a critical aspect of filmmaking since it’s one of the key drivers of a movie’s reach and returns on investment. Mapping out a proper marketing strategy requires everyone to consider essential traits of the story, like whether it’s a high or a low-concept...
by Albantsho Limited | Mar 12, 2024 | Filmmaking, Screenwriting
Hello, fellow storytellers! We understand that putting together a masterpiece or film blueprint on paper is one aspect, but bringing it to the big screen is a completely different journey. While this is a global challenge, African screenwriters encounter a distinct...
by Talius | Mar 8, 2024 | Behind The Screen, Creativity
Behind The Screen is an Albantsho series that provides a glimpse into the lives, experiences, and stories of screenwriters and storytellers in Nigeria’s vibrant film and creative industry. I was scrolling through X (formerly Twitter) one quiet Wednesday evening...
by Talius | Feb 19, 2024 | Filmmaking
After facing bankruptcy in the 1990s, Marvel opted for a fresh strategy—creating movies around lesser-known superheroes, as the rights to their more famous characters were already sold to other studios. This move birthed a series of successful films starting with Iron...
by Talius | Feb 16, 2024 | Creative Writing
Showing love and support to your writer friends can make a world of difference. Whether they are struggling with writer’s block or thriving in their creative endeavors, a little gesture of kindness can go a long way. Here are five ways you can show your writer...