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Introduction and What do we want out of a movie?

As people, stories are a large part of who we are. Everyday we tell stories, most times without noticing that we are doing it. When we tell stories, we wish to engage people, to get reactions. We want them to know something, about ourselves, someone else, or the world around us. When people started making movies, they brought the same concepts to film. But what makes a good movie? Obviously a beginning, middle and end are vital. And having strong characters helps too. But what other things make a good movie? On this blog, I'll explain what elements make  realistic and relatable characters and a strong story line come to life. What do we want out of a movie? When we go to the movies, some of us, maybe most of us, want to simply be entertained. Others want to be inspired. And some of us just want to see that good looking cast member. But deeper then that, we want to go somewhere. Whether that be Middle Earth, Panem, Hogwarts, or a galaxy far, far away. We get tired o