Sara Bakay's Lounge Discussions

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Hello. Can you tell the prefered duration and genre. Just to choose among my shorts the one that fits the best)

Because I wanted everyone to enyer I have not put any duration, mark

I sent my film to your adress, How could I know that you got it or not?

I'll make sure you know I got it thanks

Don't get caught up in what is okay and not okay to use in your script/film. Think of a montage as just one weapon in your arsenal of weapons to help you tell your story. This is what you should ask yourself: Does it help me tell my story in the best possible way? If the answer is NO, then you should not use it. If YES? Then montage away!

I agree with David. Is this going to be the best/most efficient/most interesting way to convey the information you need to get to the audience? If there is a simpler/more effective way, go with that. Then there's always Team America: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFrMLRQIT_k

Well, that was hilarious. Montage, flash cards, bingo cards, Dixie cups and string, free coupons, flossing lessons, whatever keeps 'em nailed to their seats.

Visually, flashbacks show backstory, while montages show time progression.

Montages and flashbacks are tried and true, but that's not necessarily a good thing. They are too common and can be considered a lazy, quick fix by readers, producers and agents. Try to figure out a more clever way to reveal a back story element. Something more intriguing. If a montage is truly the best way to move your story along, then go for it.