What's a meet-cute, and why does it work so well? I love a good romantic comedy. There's something comforting about seeing the beats of a story we all know so well. A couple gets together, enjoys their time, gets in an argument, breaks up for a few beats, and then eventually gets back together. It's like a warm blanket of storytelling. The core pillar of every romantic comedy is the meet-cute. We expect it, we want them to be kind of crazy, and we love them when they happen. Meet-cutes are part of the wish-fulfillment of the genre. They're what makes the audience buy tickets or refuse to switch the channel. But what exactly is a meet-cute, and how can you use it effectively in your own writing? Today we'll examine that question, provide the definition, and some key examples across film and TV. Ready? Let's go find love. Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Wednesday, 31 March, 2021