Write Your Screenplay Podcast Character Traits vs Character Development: Is Your Character an Adjective or a Verb?
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Mar 30, 2022 AI Snips
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Characters Are Verbs, Not Adjectives
- Characters are defined by their actions (verbs) not by their traits (adjectives).
- Traits alone lead to stereotypes, but actions reveal unique character identity.
Use Want, Need, Obstacle, How
- Define what your character wants specifically and clearly to guide their actions.
- Identify their emotional need and obstacle to deepen character complexity and drive story.
Destroy Normality in Characters
- Avoid normal behaviors in characters to keep them memorable and distinct.
- Emphasize extraordinary actions to define character essence and make them compelling.