Developing Strong Characters

What are three key pieces of advice from this article that you can implement in your directing going forward?

1. Include the actors in the filmmaking process

Allowing actors to collaborate in creating the story will allow them to have a in-depth understanding of the characters. They may also have the opportunity to skew a character in a way that is better fit for them as an actor.

2. Table read

While rehearsals can serve a part of the purpose of a table read, this process is vital in developing a character. This is especially effective because the actors are able to read the script without worries about blocking and they are also able to ask questions whenever they are confused.

3. Think about the character's overall picture

A character must be sculpted from the ground up. They are real people with reasonable motivations. Getting feedback for their acting is vital for the actor to understand the director's vision.