naming
naming of a character in the scriptIt is usually essential to let the listener know who is who and to avoid confusion. There are particular techniques of flagging characters' names.
This is a technical problem requiring a number of solutions. First point is when the character is to be named as he or she make their entrance. And when that name will next be reinforced. It then depends on how many are in the scene, how complicated is the plot action and what the sequence of plot events are. It may be necessary to distinguish characters if their voices are somewhat similar. In adapting stage plays, it is necessary to insert names. The protagonist, and there is usually a strong protagonist, also requires flagging by name.
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It is not always easy for the listener to remember who is who. The author should arrange from time to time that characters are addressed by name, so that, if the listener's memory should weaken, it is given opportunities of being refreshed and of correlating voice and character.
Assignment on naming
Collect examples under various categories.CONTINUING THROUGH THE SITE: to record 'umms' from all the characters to store
record 'umms' from all the characters to store scene structure dialogue is more than words SOUND BOX - production sound effects archive atmos and soundscapes double frame - triple frame clustering underscoring music - fighting the dialogue Noise 'moving camera' technique Music montage 'Will you turn that music down!'
18-second rule drop-ins sound pictures memorability number the scenes carefully with a system voice in the mind = interiorizing time-space rule or jump cut
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