A Guide to Media Critique (The Pillars of Storytelling)

Is modern media getting worse, or are we just losing the tools to critique it? In this video, I’m breaking down my personal framework for media analysis: The Three Pillars of Storytelling. Whether you’re an aspiring reviewer or just a fan who wants to "pop the hood" on your favorite shows, understanding Intention, Context, and Execution is the key to moving past "unverifiable opinions" and into deep, formalist critique. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:13 Intention 11:13 Context 17:32 Execution 24:38 Outro Enjoyed this video? Don't forget to subscribe for more great content! Did you find value in this video? Consider Leaving a Tip: https://buymeacoffee.com/roamingtrend (No Sign-in needed) For more Hidden Content: Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/roamingtrend Join Me on Discord:   / discord   Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @roamingtrend   X: https://x.com/RoamingTrend Book Recommendations: The Screenwriter's Bible: https://amzn.to/4mnB7fZ Story: Principles of Screenwriting: https://amzn.to/43AM2vw Making Meaning: https://amzn.to/3GYVAaW On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft: https://amzn.to/4kvqWVb Film Language: A Semiotics of the Cinema: https://amzn.to/3ZoDiGa