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Paul Joseph Gulino is an Associate Professor at the Lawrence and Kristina Dodge College of Film and Media Arts at Chapman University since 1998, after teaching at the University of Southern California. He holds a BA and MFA from Columbia University, where he studied under Frantisek Daniel and Milos Forman.
- Education: Columbia University (BA, MFA)
- Institution: Chapman University (since 1998), USC (5 years)
His research interests span screenwriting theory, neuroscience in storytelling, character development, and narrative structure. He has authored influential books like Screenwriting: The Sequence Approach (2004, 2nd ed. 2024) and The Science of Screenwriting (2018, co-authored with Connie Shears), which explore storytelling mechanics through cognitive and structural lenses.
Recent publications analyze films like Inside Out, McFarland, USA, and 10 Cloverfield Lane, focusing on exposition techniques, emotional engagement, and subversion of traditional narrative patterns. His work often blends screenwriting practice with academic theory, offering critical insights into cinematic storytelling.
- Scientific Awards: Exceptional Merit Award for The Curse of Hezekiah (2023)
- Notable Collaborations: Disney Animation guest lectures, Stageworks Theatre Group
- Teaching & Practice: Screenwriting pedagogy, playwriting, script consultation
