Great sci-fi films have a way of instantly immersing you in their worlds. They might use striking atmospheric imagery to set the stage, or start with a killing to convey high stakes right off the bat.

Big blockbuster superhero movies are universally beloved because they bring their audiences to universes beyond our wild imaginations through heroes we wish we could be. The massive action sequences ...

Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook The opening scene of a movie is the filmmaker’s first and most important opportunity to grab the ...

Warning: This article contains references to suicide. Opening scenes are one part of a screen drama where the sci-fi genre especially comes into its own. Speculative and futuristic premises often ...

The opening scene of any good film is a promise. They hook you in, establish the world and its characters, as well as the movie’s tone, mood, and core themes. They essentially provide you with an ...

Michael Block is a 14 time GLAM Award nominated writer, producer, and host of the podcast Block Talk. Throughout his time in the entertainment industry, he has worked on and off Broadway as a stage ...