Passive characters vs. active characters: which ones should you be writing? We are all the main characters of our own lives, it’s true. In real...
What is a character's internal arc, and how can screenwriters ensure that their protagonist has a great one? Character arcs can be an intimidating subject...
When and why should writers kill off a main or significant supporting character? As you develop stories, you always need to be looking for opportunities...
A trick that we've heard many professional writers using to create meaningful distinctions between characters' voice and underlying motivations is the Enneagram personality framework. The...
What are the best types of supporting characters that can create a better protagonist? Most great stories have a strong protagonist, often accompanied by a...
Is it true that Indiana Jones is an example of a cinematic character that has no character arc? When we talk about character arcs, we're...
What does "meet-cute" mean and how can screenwriters have their characters "meet cute" in their romantic stories? If you've watched a romantic comedy within any...
What are the strengths and weaknesses of the supporting friend character archetype, and how can writers use them in their screenplays? You can find them...
What are some secrets to creating better character depth within your screenplay's characters? Character depth is what gets the script reader and audience invested in...
What are the strongest character traits that writers can use to create more compelling and engaging protagonists, antagonists, and villains? There are two different kinds...
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