Afrofuturistic Writing
A course by savagefiction , Writer and Podcaster
Unlock the secrets of Afrofuturistic character creation and ignite your scriptwriting journey today.
Dive into the world of Afrofuturism and discover how this artistic and cultural movement redefines identity through science fiction and historical fantasy.
You'll start with the basics of Afrofuturism and progress to creating authentic, deep characters. Throughout this journey, you'll learn to see reality from a new perspective and reimagine it, appreciating the wealth of diverse voices within the genre.
Explore how social, political, and aesthetic perspectives of the Black community intertwine in fictional worlds and different temporal realities. Uncover the crucial role of technology in your creative process, just as in any science fiction narrative.
Under the guidance of Ale Santos, you'll learn to build characters with a strong social background, steering clear of racial stereotypes and enriching your stories with vibrant cultural influences like samba and hip-hop. You'll be able to apply everything you learn to various formats: music, film, and comics, as Afrofuturism transcends literature.
What will you learn in this online course?
14 lessons & 20 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (7)
- 583 students
- 14 lessons (2h 58m)
- 20 additional resources (6 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Portuguese, English
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Romanian · Indonesian
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
The final project involves creating the core elements of an Afrofuturist narrative. This includes developing a main character that you can utilize across various media, ensuring they transcend stereotypes and embody an authentic, profound representation.
Who is this online course for?
Designed for writers, screenwriters, and creatives interested in delving into Afrofuturism. It's also perfect for professionals in film, music, comics, and any other medium, looking to enrich their stories with new cultural influences and expand their narrative skills.
Requirements and materials
You’ll need a notebook or sketchpad for your ideas and drafts. Having books, music, or any other inspirational materials on hand can also be beneficial. Creativity and a willingness to explore new perspectives will be your most valuable tools.
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A course by
Ale Santos is a renowned Brazilian writer, screenwriter and podcaster, known for his innovative approach to Afrofuturist literature. His book "The Last Ancestral" has marked a milestone by being the first futuristic fiction published by a large publishing house in Brazil.
Santos has been a finalist for the prestigious Jabuti award and winner of the Yes to Racial Equality trophy, establishing himself as an influential voice in contemporary narrative.
Throughout his career, he has worked on various storytelling projects, including comics, plays and entertainment for companies. His work has been featured in global science fiction anthologies such as Intel's Tomorrow Project. In addition, he has collaborated with media such as Intercept Brasil, Superinteressante Brasil and Vice Brasil.
Recently, he was cited by the Science Fiction Research Association (SFRA) as the most popular Afrofuturist author of the new generation in Brazil and, in the NY Times, he was also recognized as one of the most important exponents of science fiction in Latin America.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
Journey towards Afrofuturism
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Why racialize science fiction?
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History of Afrofuturism
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Social discussions in black characters
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The afrofuturist novum
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The afrofuturist character's journey
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What makes good characters?
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U3
Step-by-step character creation
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Reference search
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The character's journey
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Character and story purposes
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Deepening the character
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U4
Expansion of the Afrofuturist universe
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Other outputs for your project
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Other Brazilian authors
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FP
Final project
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Afrofuturistic Writing
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Excelente curso, muy claro, completo, bien explicado. Me trajo referencias de autores que no conocía y que voy a explorar, y me clarificó onceptos de la ciencia ficción en general y del afrofuturismo, además de estructuras narrativas. Lo recomiendo!!!
Excelente curso, didáctico, comprensible. Muy útil.
Curso excelente
Genial! Un curso supremamente necesario. Ojalá puedan hacer más con enfoque afrocentrado.
The sound quality is poor with delayed speech. No be inflection in voice making the delivery deadpan and appears to lack enthusiasm. Despite this the tutor is very knowledgeable on the subject therefore I would recommend for the depth of knowledge.