Creating characters for movies and TV series. From primary to secondary heroes.

What makes a film memorable? What memories linger for long months or years after watching the visuals, the characters' lines, the plot, the music, and everything else that makes up the film? Undoubtedly, it is the iconic scenes or moments that evoke strong emotions. Sometimes — a convoluted plot: in some way the unusual setting or, on the contrary, the astonishing proximity to the viewer of the narrative context... But above all, it is the characters, who, if we're lucky, we will never forget. This book is about how to create unforgettable characters. Who is a protagonist and why does he need an antagonist? What is the purpose of secondary characters and what are they like? What is a character arc and a three-act structure? Answers to these and many other questions are gathered in this book and will be useful for both a budding screenwriter and an experienced professional.