7 Scenes That Reveal The Inner Layers Of Your Character
The moving images of film and television comprise scenes which become a complete audiovisual storytelling experience. Scenes are the arguably the most powerful components of a film or TV show. Apart from progressing the plot, scenes have an equal duty to reveal character in parallel. A skilled writer will gently weave tender character moments into […]
Do Characters Have To Be Likable? (Part 1)
Not to spoil it for you, but the opening of The Shield is one of the most stunning in TV series history. The Vic Mackey character, leader of the ‘Strike Team’ that went after gangs and drug dealers does something unbelievable. Mackey and his team raid a drug dealer’s house with a new member in tow. […]
Character Goals in Scripts: Why They Drive Your Screenplay’s Plot & Audience Engagement
As it turns out, very much so. It’s the first question screenwriters should consider when they build a character. A goal defines what the character is trying to achieve in their story. It could be to win a race, get that promotion, win back an ex-spouse, build a house, or lose weight. It is the […]
A Strong Character Begins With A Strong Goal
Every good story is based on strong characters which are complex, layered, motivated, and active in pursuit of an identifiable goal. They need to have enough depth and interest to sustain an audience for up to several hours. An essential way to focus a character through a story is by defining their goal – the […]
5 Ways To Sharpen Your Scene Descriptions
Screenwriting scene descriptions: concise, vivid writing tips to show not tell; craft screenplay scenes with sensory detail, pacing, and clear visual beats now.
