Michael Roemer begins his book Telling Stories with a fascinating phrase: "Every story is over before it begins." By this he means the obvious but surprisingly confounding fact that by the time we see a movie (or read a novel, etc.) the story has already been completed – usually months or years ago – by its creator.
"The Omen" and Why I Like Horror Movies
"The Omen" and Why I Like Horror Movies
"The Omen" and Why I Like Horror Movies
Michael Roemer begins his book Telling Stories with a fascinating phrase: "Every story is over before it begins." By this he means the obvious but surprisingly confounding fact that by the time we see a movie (or read a novel, etc.) the story has already been completed – usually months or years ago – by its creator.