Analyzing Dramatic Elements in the Life of Martyr Ahmad Kazemi for Adaptation into a TV Screenplay: A Case Study of the Story "A Ladder to Pick Oranges"

Sacred Defense stories are a valuable treasure trove of the bravery and sacrifices made by Iranian soldiers during the Iran-Iraq War. Adapting these stories is an effective way to convey the valuable messages of selflessness and martyrdom to future generations. To this end, this study examines the dramatic elements in the life of Martyr Ahmad Kazemi and presents a model for adapting it into a TV screenplay with a case study of the story "A Ladder to Pick Oranges". Despite the abundance of Sacred Defense stories, the number of quality adaptations of these stories in Iranian cinema is still limited. One of the reasons for this is the lack of a codified model for adapting these stories. This study is qualitative and uses narrative analysis. Based on the findings, the life of Martyr Ahmad Kazemi is full of ups and downs, unparalleled selflessness, and bravery, which can be a great source of inspiration for writing an engaging and impactful TV screenplay. The story "A Ladder to Pick Oranges" was also chosen as a suitable case study for this research due to its similar dramatic elements to the life of Martyr Kazemi. Using the model presented in this paper, a compelling and impactful TV screenplay can be created from the eventful life of Martyr Ahmad Kazemi, conveying valuable messages of selflessness and martyrdom to future generations. This research can also be a valued guide for researchers and artists in adapting the lives of martyrs and other prominent historical figures.