The Right Stuff
Are there genre elements that you could suggest with media?
Goal:
Goal:
When you checked your story for genre elements, did you find any? If you did, consider using multimedia elements to bring out some of those elements so that readers (or listeners and viewers) notice them more. For instance, if your story's setting is far into the future, you could use other science fiction elements in the visual part of your multimedia presentation. You could have a spaceship in the background on one of your slides, perhaps.
Click through these examples of ways to play with genre elements. Jot down any ideas you have for your own multimedia presentation.
Showdown at OK Corral
If two characters are arguing, dress them in Western wear and have them face off as if they're in a shootout.
It's Magic!
Is there an element of magic to your story? Look for special effects that your presentation or movie-making program allows you to add to slides or scenes.
Get a Clue.
If your story is more of a mystery, add labels like Clue #1 and Clue #2 to the screen when an important event happens.
