sub-genre

The Viking Movie: 10 Elements to Writing This Powerful Sub Genre

November 2, 2026October 6, 2022 by Industrial Scripts

In many ways, the Viking movie is a sub-genre as old as the cinematic form itself. And Vikings have certainly been an integral part of folklore and storytelling for centuries. However, the Viking movie seems to have found new life in recent years. Not only that but Viking tropes find their way into movies and TV shows that have another primary genre, such as the Thor series. So how can you weave Viking elements into a screenplay? What do you

What is Magical Realism? The KEY Steps to Using it in Screenwriting

November 2, 2026July 5, 2022 by Industrial Scripts

Table of ContentsWhat is Magical Realism?The History of Magical RealismOriginsMagical Realism in LiteratureMagical Realism in FilmFantasy Versus Magical Realism Three Key Elements of a Magical Realism Film1. The Real-World Setting How Does the Setting Reflect the Story and its Themes?2. Mythology, Folklore and or Historical Influence How Do Myths and Folktales Inform Magical Realism?3. Underlying Social or Political CommentaryHow Does the Underlying Social and Political Commentary Impact Films?The Six Key Steps to Writing the Magical Realism Genre1. Read and Research Current

The 13 Key Elements of a Slasher Movie with 10 Slasher Movie Examples

November 2, 2026September 8, 2021 by Industrial Scripts

The slasher movie sub-genre could be considered one of the most controversial sub-genres in cinema. With its stark violence, it’s often the subject of discussions around the effect of slasher films on society at large. These films burrow into our deepest fears and take hold of the wider imagination. They provide some of cinema’s most iconic moments and some of its most terrifying. And they hold a unique place in their ability to scare and shock. But how do you

The 10 ESSENTIAL Steps to Writing a Police Procedural Script

November 2, 2026September 3, 2021 by Industrial Scripts

Table of ContentsWhat is a Police Procedural?The 10 Essential Steps to Writing a Police Procedural1. Do Your Research2. Interesting Protagonist(s) 3. Equally as Interesting Antagonist(s) 4. Setting5. Point Of View6. The Set Up7. The Interaction between Protagonist and Antagonist 8. Make the Police Procedure Complex and Challenging9. Adding a Deeper Connection between The Protagonist and The Case10. Focus on Pace In ConclusionIn Summary What is a Police Procedural? A police procedural is a sub-genre of the police drama. It’s also

What is a High Concept Comedy? Crafting a Unique Comedic Premise

November 2, 2026June 8, 2021 by Industrial Scripts

The comedy genre has boundless opportunities. It has an evergreen appeal to audiences, especially in dark times. We all need the tonic of humor and a light-hearted premise at some point. And a ‘high concept’ comedy channels this appeal in one of the most striking ways possible. Table of ContentsWhat is a High Concept Comedy? Examples of High Concept ComediesThe Key Elements of Writing a High Concept Comedy1. What is Your High Concept?2. Characterisation 3. Setting Up the Protagonist 4.