Let's define deus ex machina together. And learn how to pronounce it too. I grew up playing the Deus ex Machina video game, and I will tell you that I had no idea what that title meant. In fact, it wasn't until I picked up a super useful contemporary literature degree at Penn State that I ever heard the term again. But it turns out, understanding what a deus ex machina is, as well as how to pronounce it, can help you with your film and TV career. You spend the time getting your characters into trouble in your stories, now it's time to see one of the ways you can get them out of trouble. So today, we'll spend some time talking about the term, looking at examples across entertainment, and figuring out the pros and cons of using it in your own writing. Ready? Let's dig in. Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Monday, 31 May, 2021