Creating Characters for Films and Series. From Main to Secondary Heroes

When we watch films, what leaves the strongest mark in our memory? The art of the cinematographer? Unexpected plot twists? The beauty of dialogues? In reality, what we remember most are the characters. Without them, there wouldn’t be the story itself.

Creating a memorable character isn’t an easy task and requires knowledge. The hero should be likable to the audience but also have flaws. Their motivation must be clear, but not complicated. They may change over time or remain the same.

The book “Creating Film and Series Characters. From Main to Supporting Heroes” offers a detailed guide for both beginners in screenwriting and more experienced authors.

All aspects of character creation are covered in the book:

• What types of characters exist?

• What’s the difference between an archetype and a cliché?

• Who is the protagonist, and does they need an antagonist?

• What does a character arc mean?

• How do you bring your hero to life?

Your character already exists somewhere in your imagination and is ready to appear before the audience. It’s time to bring them to life on the page!