... to the writer of the short film include the docudrama, the “mockumentary,” the comedy, the satire, the fable, the morality tale, the journey, and the event or ritual occasion. 114 Writing the Short ... referred to as genres the framing devices of the gangster film, melodrama, film noir or the horror film, and so forth. This device isn’t as useful in the short film because many of these story forms ... you can share with others. The film gives others an insight into you: it’s a gift to them and an invitation to join with you for the length of the film experience. These are the motivations for...