So Bev and I were watching our latest sinful pleasure last night, Poldark, and we got into conversation about what makes a show a great show.
Certainly the writing plays a big part in it. Without great scripts I’m afraid any movie or tv series is not long for this world.
And the other thing we mentioned is the fact that we have to become invested in the characters. If I can’t relate to the characters in some way, I lose interest very quickly. I was reminded of the show Madmen, which aired for seven seasons a few years back. I don’t think there was a single character in that show I would like as a real human being, but I found them all fascinating and so I watched that show religiously.
I try to remember that when I write a short story or a novel. My characters don’t necessarily have to be believable, but they do have to be interesting and captivating. Their personalities must demand your attention or I have not done my job as a writer. In my Shadow series, the main characters are not people you would want over for a cup of tea, but damn I’d love to meet Striker. LOL
Just something to think about!
Bill
“Helping writers to spread their wings and fly.”
Billybuc
Artistry With Words 