The Character Conundrum
The psychology, flaws, and hidden depths of an unforgettable protagonist.
More than a name on a page, a protagonist possesses fears, desires, and contradictions.
Every decision and action stems from desire. A hero without a driving need just goes through the motions.
In Breaking Bad, Walter White’s surface-level goal is money, to provide for his family after his cancer diagnosis. Dig deeper. His real desire is control.
He spent …
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