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Storytelling & Screenwriting Terms Starting With U

The storytelling & screenwriting terms that begin with U, in alphabetical order.

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Definitions of Storytelling & Screenwriting Terms Starting With U

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  • Unlikely Allies

    Unlikely allies are characters, often enemies or from opposing factions, who are forced by circumstance to cooperate to overcome a common threat.

  • Unreliable Narrator

    An unreliable narrator is a narrative device in which the credibility of the storyteller is seriously compromised, forcing the audience to question the truth of the story.

  • Unrequited Love

    A romantic narrative in which one character’s love is not returned.

  • User Choice Moment

    A user choice moment is a specific point in an interactive film where the narrative pauses and prompts the viewer to make a decision that will influence the story.

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