Overview
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Learn essential principles of character development in this 11-minute video featuring filmmaker Pedro Correa, who discusses the critical role of character flaws in storytelling. Discover how to craft compelling characters by understanding the fundamental relationship between flaws and narrative structure, with insights from a writer-producer who has worked with major networks including ABC, Hulu, Disney, and Syfy. Explore practical techniques for developing authentic character weaknesses that drive story progression and audience engagement, drawing from Correa's experience co-writing and producing the coming-of-age drama "My Dead Dad" and directing celebrity content for major publications like GQ Thailand and Esquire Singapore. Gain valuable perspective on how character flaws serve as the foundation for meaningful storytelling and learn why understanding your protagonist's core weakness is essential for creating narratives that resonate with audiences.
Syllabus
What Writers Really Need To Understand About The Character Flaw - Pedro Correa
Taught by
Film Courage