The first tool in the Emotional Toolbox is the Character
Map. The Character Map is a proven way to develop characters that
have a rich compelling emotional journey and a dynamic set of internal and external personal
conflicts. Use this tool to create characters that leap off the page in your screenplay or teleplay. Great screenwriting begins with great characters. Great characters will make your script truly memorable.
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This poem about the Mask was written by Angharad Jones, Drama and Film Commissioner, S4C Wales
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Write the answers to Question Two on the right hand point of the diamond.
Question Two: What was your greatest childhood fear? This is a non-specific generalized fear. What would keep you awake at night as a kid if you thought about it too much?
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Step Three - The Strongest Traits |
Write the answers to Question Three on the left hand point of the diamond.
Question Three: What are your strongest traits? What is your crutch in hard times? What personal traits get you through when the going gets tough? What traits do you lean on?
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Step Four - The Admired Traits |
Write the answers to Question Four on the bottom point of the diamond.
Question Four: These are traits you do not have. They are, however, traits you really admire in someone else. When you see these traits in someone else your heart leaps a bit and you wish you could have these wonderful traits yourself.
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Step Five - The Trouble Traits |
Write the answers to Question Five above the Strongest Traits on the diamond.
Question Five: What are the traits that get you in trouble? Sometimes, when things are going reasonably well, this is what will muck it up. This is the way you most often get yourself in hot water with loved ones, co-workers, authority figures or friends.
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