In this episode of Film Directing with Matt Macedo, we dive into the fascinating intersection of psychology and vertical microdramas — the fast-paced, emotionally charged storytelling format that has taken platforms like ReelShort, DramaBox, and ShortMax by storm.As a director who has helmed multiple top-performing vertical dramas, Matt breaks down how these bite-sized stories are intentionally crafted to hook audiences within seconds. He’s joined by special guest Jacqueline van Eijk — a passionate fan of microdramas with a background in psychology — who unpacks why our brains become emotionally invested so quickly and what psychological triggers keep us bingeing episode after episode.If you love directing, storytelling psychology, or just want to know what makes viral microdramas so addictive, this episode will open your eyes to the mechanics behind emotional engagement in short-form filmmaking.🎧 Listen now and discover the psychology driving one of the fastest-growing storytelling formats in film.📲 Subscribe for more episodes on directing, storytelling structure, vertical filmmaking, and the craft behind emotional impact.#FilmDirecting #VerticalDrama #Microdrama #StorytellingPsychology #MattMacedo #JacquelineVanEijk

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