He states that “the trend toward using telling narration throughout a film threatens the future of our art” (McKee, 1997, p344) and goes on to condemn “fine directors” who “indulge in this indolent practice” (McKee, 1997, p344), repeatedly reciting the screenwriting mantra “show, don’t tell” as justification for his viewpoint. In his screenwriting bible, Story, Robert McKee forever demonized the use of voice-over narration as a screenwriting device in the space of just two pages. Robert McKee (played by Brian Cox) in Adaptation You must present the internal conflicts of your character in action.” Any idiot can write voice-over narration to explain the thoughts of a character. God help you! It’s flaccid, sloppy writing. “… and God help you if you use voice-over in your work, my friends.
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