What is a Frame Narrative? — Why Writers Use the Literary Device

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What is a Frame Story — We look at framed narratives, what they mean, and why they're so popular today.

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Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to Framed Narratives
00:50 - Frame Narrative Definitions
02:15 - Chapter 1 - Types of Frame Narratives
06:10 - Chapter 2 - Functions of Frame Narratives
10:17 - Chapter 3 - Structure
15:40 - Takeaways

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WHAT IS A FRAMED NARRATIVE

Sometimes, a narrative contains multiple stories. You've likely seen it before– a character in one story starts to weave another, separate tale. This structure is called a frame narrative, where stories are told within stories. In this video, we'll look at why storytellers love this technique, what power they can bring to a story, and how they work.

TYPES OF FRAME STORIES

Frame narratives can take many different forms. There's the most common, the bookend, which begins and ends with a character telling a story. Then there's the flashbacks, which can be similarly structured. There's also in-story media, where there is a book or TV show or film taking place within the story. There's also the series of stories, where a much of different tales are told sequentially. And finally, there's the story within a story within a story, where there's more than two layers to the onion.

WHY USE FRAMED NARRATIVES

Frame narratives serve several functions in film. First, they provide a structural framework that organizes the main narrative, offering a context or perspective that enriches the audience's understanding of the story. This can create depth by providing additional layers of meaning or by juxtaposing different perspectives on the same events.

Second, frame narratives can enhance engagement by drawing viewers into the story through the process of discovery or through the lens of a storyteller's perspective. They can also serve as a narrative device to establish themes, set the tone, or create suspense by delaying the revelation of crucial information until the appropriate moment.

HOW TO WRITE FRAMED TALES

Writing a framed narrative requires clarity. Make sure your reader can follow what timeline is what. You'll also need to decide on who is narrating the story-- is it your protagonist, a side character, or no one? Make sure you ask yourself why you're writing a frame narrative. If it can work as a more straight forward story, you might not need to bog yourself down with framing.

By mastering the art of frame narratives, filmmakers can create intricate, thought-provoking films that resonate with audiences long after the credits roll. Whether used to explore psychological depths, showcase diverse perspectives, or simply enhance storytelling complexity, frame narratives remain a powerful tool in the cinematic toolbox.


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"A Moon Walk (Instrumental)" - Yehezkel Raz
"Wall of Fire" - Tony Anderson
"Life's Journey Begins" - idokay
"Overture And Sanitarium" - Craig Armstrong
"Icicles" - Yehezkel Raz
"The Tale Of The Three Brothers" - Alexandre Desplat
"Drive My Car" - Eiko Ishibashi
"Tonight I'm Gonna Rock You Tonight" - Spinal Tap
"Dream Is Collapsing" - Hans Zimmer
"Adaptation (Fat Boy Slim Remix)" - Carter Burwell
"Djinn Theme" - Tom Holkenborg
"Curiosity" - Kevin Graham
"Prelude - The Atlas March" - Tom Tykwer, Johnny Klimek, Reinhold Heil
"WXYZ-TV Channel 8" - Alexandre Desplat
"In Love with Emi" - Fabien Fustinoni
"Dirty Walk" - Antonio Sànchez
"Dojo Tradition (Instrumental)" - In This World
"Inquisitions" - Kevin Graham
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"Glass" - Claudio Laucci
"Once Upon a Time... Storybook Love" - Mark Knopfler
"Battle Dance" - Rhythm Scott
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