Cinematic Markdown: Bringing Text to Life
Text on a screen doesn’t have to be static. By borrowing techniques from film titles and kinetic typography, we can make reading an experience.
The Opening Sequence
Imagine your blog post starting like a movie.
THE CIVIC THESIS
PRESENTS
Scroll-Triggered Storytelling
As the user scrolls, we can reveal content dynamically. This keeps the reader engaged and controls the pacing of the narrative.
An idea that grows...
...into a movement.
Thematic Cards
We can also frame our content in different “universes”.
The Noir Detective
For deep dives and investigations.
CASE FILE: 2049
The streets were wet with rain. The data didn’t add up. We needed to dig deeper into the archives.
- Suspect: The Algorithm
- Location: Server Farm 7
The Cyberpunk Future
For tech-heavy tutorials and futuristic concepts.
SYSTEM_OVERRIDE
Accessing mainframe… Granted.
The future of civic tech lies in decentralized protocols and transparent governance.
The Hand-Drawn Note
For personal thoughts and sketches.
My Notebook
Just a quick thought about how we design cities. What if we prioritized walking over driving?
How It Works
These components use IntersectionObserver to detect when elements enter the viewport.
<CinematicText
text="Fade In"
animation="fade"
/>The CSS handles the heavy lifting with transitions and transforms.
.cinematic-text.blur-reveal {
filter: blur(10px);
transform: scale(0.95);
}Conclusion
By adding these subtle animations, we transform a wall of text into a journey. Use them sparingly to highlight key moments in your story.
