How Genre Assignments Shape Storytelling Skills in Multimedia Students
What happens when film and animation students are handed an unfinished script and told to complete the ending—but with a twist? In my latest blog post, I dive into a dynamic storytelling challenge where students had to craft their own endings based on randomly assigned genres like comedy thriller, western, and true crime. This exercise wasn’t just about filling in the blanks; it was a deep dive into how genre constraints shape narratives, visual style, and creative problem-solving.
The challenge set the stage for their final project: creating a short film inspired by Wes Anderson’s iconic directorial style while incorporating a meaningful Sustainable Development Goal (SDG). From symmetrical shots and pastel palettes to dry humour and visual metaphors, the results were nothing short of brilliant.
Curious to see how genre-based learning enhances creativity in storytelling? Read the full article on Medium!
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