Chekhov's Gun

GPTKB entity

Statements (54)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf literary device
gptkbp:aimsTo plot coherence
gptkbp:associated_with economy of storytelling
gptkbp:claims unnecessary elements should be removed
gptkbp:concept thematic elements
character motivations
gptkbp:createdBy tension
gptkbp:description a principle in storytelling
gptkbp:enhances the reader's experience
gptkbp:facilitates thematic exploration
gptkbp:has_expertise_in story pacing
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Chekhov's Gun
gptkbp:improves audience engagement
story coherence
gptkbp:influence audience expectations
gptkbp:is_a_document_that clear storytelling
narrative efficiency
gptkbp:is_a_route_for writers
gptkbp:is_a_subject_of various genres
narrative structure
gptkbp:is_a_tool_for character development
gptkbp:is_a_way_to greater narrative clarity
gptkbp:is_supported_by character arcs
plot development.
gptkbp:is_used_in drama
fiction
literary criticism
writing workshops
screenplays
build suspense
misdirection
red herrings
gptkbp:leads satisfying conclusions
gptkbp:legal_principle storytelling effectiveness
thematic depth
plot holes
gptkbp:previousName gptkb:Anton_Chekhov
gptkbp:providesGuidelinesFor plot development
story arcs
creative writing skills
narrative focus
gptkbp:related_to theater
films
short stories
television shows
novels
foreshadowing
gptkbp:suitableFor screenwriting
every element in a story must be necessary
gptkbp:technique plot structure
emotional resonance
dramatic tension
dramatic impact
dialogue effectiveness