Though I have never been one to fall in love with the typical girl meets boy, orphaned child, or enimies becomes friends story line. I must say that Kurt Vonnegut’s “Shape of Stories” is applicable to almost everyone.

For me there is one story imparticular that I can really relate Vonnegut’s interpretation to and that is “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” (the original of course)

The shape of this story is particularly applicable to Vonnegut’s interpretation in that it follows along the lines of the good fortune/bad fortune beginning/end axis in that charlie goes from being an absolutely impoverished child to owning his own factory and having access to the both the Wonka fortune and endless creative rights. I feel that Vonnegut’s belief that all stories, including his own, follow a very appealing yet simple pattern, immensely profound. I never really though that people, including myself could be so easily undone and pleased.

Now, where does the digital storytelling part come in? Right here! I recently discovered what digital typography is. There is no doubt in my mind I am very behind on this but it blew my mind! When I think of storytelling typically I think verbal stories, but when I think digital storytelling, I usually think some type of clip or video. But with digital typography you are literally using the words and forming them into a visual story. This hybrid storytellng has truely opened my eyes to a whole new world! I chose a kinetic typography from the monologue in “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate factory” where Willy Wonka really tests Charlie’s patience. I hope you all enjoy it as much as I do!

Kinetic Typography – Willy Wonka from Alexander Perry on Vimeo.