The Synthesis of "Chekhov's Gun"

Discover Chekhov's Gun, the classic narrative principle that every detail in a story must have a purpose. Learn how it creates satisfying foreshadowing.

A MacGuffin is a plot device in the form of a goal or object that the protagonist pursues, often with little narrative explanation of its importance.

Ever wondered about the mysterious object everyone in a movie is after? Learn all about the MacGuffin, the classic plot device that drives the story.