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A Guide to Writing Evil Characters

Offered By: Film Courage via YouTube

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Screenwriting Courses Fiction Writing Courses Character Development Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the art of crafting compelling evil characters in this 38-minute video guide from Film Courage. Delve into the complexities of human nature, common pitfalls in character development, and the allure of darkness in storytelling. Learn techniques for creating empathy, balancing dark and light elements, and discover examples of memorable villains. Gain insights on writing morally ambiguous characters that audiences can't help but root for, and uncover the secrets behind crafting the most powerful evil characters in fiction. Perfect for screenwriters, novelists, and storytellers looking to enhance their character development skills and create unforgettable antagonists.

Syllabus

- Intro
- 1. The Conflict In Every Human Heart
- 2. Where Do Writers Go Wrong?
- 3. Lure Of The Darkside
- 4. Evil Characters We Root For
- 5. Techniques For Creating Empathy
- 6. Karma Deflector
- 7. Dark Vs Light
- 8. A Few More Examples
- 9. The Most Powerful Evil Character


Taught by

Film Courage

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