Flash-forwards

In the writing of scripts, flash forwards are quite important when it comes to storytelling since they provide a quick look of what is likely to happen in the future. This is because they always appear in major points of the play to hint at upcoming events or they are used to make a difference between different times by using various styles or images. It makes the viewers or readers have emotional reactions and have a proper understanding of the people/characters in that story.

Flash-forwards may significantly impact the story’s denouement by employing slight hints and controlling tempo so as to produce rewarding payoffs when they maintain audience interest. Their power to enthrall people with good storylines that span through several time frames is in revision cycles which are not constant but instead involve continuous improvement processes.

BBP Reel Insights explains “HOW TO WRITE FLASH FORWARD IN A SCREENPLAY” in the following video.