Tag: characters
Whose Point of View Is It?
Unless you are writing an ensemble movie like Robert Altman’s Short Cuts you will typically focus your story on a central character’s journey and the obstacles thrown in his…
The Selfless Hero
When we think of a hero in a movie we immediately assume we are talking about the central character otherwise known as the Protagonist, but many stories conceal a…
Don’t Have Too Many Characters
When you’re planning your screenplay make sure you only include the characters you need in order to tell your story. It may sound like an obvious statement but many…
Create Complex Characters that are not Black and White in Nature
How often in life do you meet someone that is flawless? Conversely, how often do you meet someone that does not have a single good bone in their body? …
Character Arcs are the Foundation of an Engaging Story
So what is a character arc, you ask? Sounds complicated. Well, it doesn’t have to be, although a complicated character arc may be just what your screenplay needs. A…
