Evil characters can be some of the most fun to write, but how can you make them convincing? No matter what you're writing, you're going to run into an antagonist on the page. They don't have to be human or even a physical character in the story, but there are always forces pushing against the protagonist, putting them in harm's way. But we kind of love when they are an evil character. The best antagonists don't just have that sick glint in their eye, but they embody what our heroes fear the most, and also what the audience fears as well. Still, the problem is, how can you make a character feel pure evil? Are there different levels? And what if you don't want to make their crimes totally off-putting right away, but explore a more nuanced look at humanity? These are all valuable questions we'll explore today. Check out this video from The Cinema Cartography, and let's talk after the jump. Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Wednesday, 19 May, 2021