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Ready, Set, Action: Using In Media Res to Kick Off a Story

In media res is an impactful narrative technique, but you have to use it wisely. We look at when and how to use in media res, along with examples from popular films.
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•Last Updated Nov 20, 2024
Scenes from the opening sequence of J.J. Abram's 2009 reboot of the Star Trek series.
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