Blog Assignment #6

William Kelley and Earl Wallace collaborate by combining their vast and different knowledge. This combination results in a ‘language’ that, essentially, utilizes vivid and realistic details. “The horses breath smokes on the frosty air, the buggy CREAKS on its springs, and there’s the rhythmic CLIP-CLOP OF HOOVES on the pavement.” Not only do the authors achieve a great thoroughness, but also, they execute it with a very poetic style. As one reads, it is easy to view the writers as all knowing. Every minute aspect seems to be accounted for, creating a very life-like image. The script feels as though it is graced with facts that only dedication (to study) and experience could produce. Kelley and Wallace express with a realism that stimulates the imagination.

1. How could the Amish culture seem as interesting without the many facts?
2. If there were never disagreements between screenwriters, would certain collaborated screenplays still accomplish such distinction? Why?

Brendon Kingsbury