DZ-88: Drama in Genre clothing
Draft Zero: a screenwriting podcast
Balancing Conservative Values with Progress in Western Films
Western films often explore the conflict between conservative values and progress through settings, characters, and thematic ideas. The juxtaposition of old traditions like cowboys with modern elements like cars reflects the theme of the march of progress versus conservatism. These themes are also present in other genres like heist movies, where class warfare is a central idea with poor characters seeking revenge on the rich. The structures and conventions of narratives in these films are tailored to explore these thematic elements, shaping the characters, settings, and overall storyline.
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