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195 | Dustin Lance Black: Writing (And Adapting) Compelling Protagonists

The Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna

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Crafting Compelling Characters for Screenwriting

The chapter explores the process of building authentic and relatable protagonists in screenwriting, emphasizing the importance of character growth and flaws. It discusses balancing social commentary with human elements to create engaging drama and the challenges of transforming real-life figures into compelling characters. The conversation delves into the nuances of character development for television shows and highlights the significance of protagonists who drive the narrative with complexity and evolution.

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