Tag Archives: Plot

The Curse of the Plot Monkeys

Posted on November 1, 2016 by Marion

The term “archetype” has been adopted by agents, editors and reviewers to describe an underdeveloped character who acts solely according to the needs of the plot and not out of their own needs, fears and conflicts. In other words, they’re … Continue reading →

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Harry Potter and the Half-Baked Plot

Posted on August 11, 2009 by Marion

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Tom Felton 2009, Directed by David Yates “It was Snape. It was always Snape.” Harry Potter CAUTION: May Contain Spoilers Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is about … Continue reading →

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