1-What is the the character’s role in the story? Consider this in terms of plot and subplot (does the character move the story/drama towards its conclusion?), his/her significance (protagonist?, antagonist, minor character?), and his/her impact on the audience.
2-Choose three adjectives (no synonyms) to describe the character. Example: Mrs.Johnson is capable, realistic, and strong-minded.
3-How does the audience respond to the character? Do they empathize with him/her, or are they alienated from the character?
4-Consider things from the character’s point of view (if it’s a drama or 3rd person POV narrative)—how would the character describe her/himself? if the character is the narrator, consider how another character in the tale would describe him/her.
5-Play casting director—cast the role with the actor you think most appropriate for a film version of this story. (Cost is no object in fantasy casting!)
