What does iambic pentameter mean? And how can it help filmmakers? You know when you hear a series of lines, and they have a rhythm? Lines that have that flowing bounce that makes you want to read it out loud to someone and sweeps you off your feet? Well, chances are, those lines were written in iambic pentameter. Shakespearean sonnets, John Donne, Richard III, and lots of poetry and verse follow this example. Yes, that thing you may have learned briefly about in high school is back. And this time, you should pay attention. Iambic pentameter really gets to the heart of poetry. It's what draws us in and adds to our connections with the words. But what is iambic pentameter? What does it mean? And what are some examples of it in literature, film, and television? Today, we're going to define it, explore it, and get to the root of this literary device. Sound good? Let's get going. Table of Contents Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Wednesday, 12 October, 2022