Bridging the worlds of psychological theory and visual storytelling, this book provides a unique and compelling guide for screenwriters seeking to create emotionally resonant and psychologically authentic characters.
Drawing on her extensive experience as both a practicing psychotherapist and a film consultant, Tatiana Salakhieva?Talal offers an interdisciplinary framework that redefines how we approach character and story development. Rooted in a range of psychological theoriesāfrom Freud and Jung to Gestalt psychology and contemporary socio?cultural researchāthis book adapts key concepts for use in script structure and character design. It explains key psychological theories in ways that meet the needs of screenwriters, revealing how plot, character traits, and artistic elements influence viewers' emotions. With practical prompts and global case studies, this book equips readers with the tools to create multidimensional characters and authentic stories that deeply connect with audiences.
This book is ideal for those undertaking intermediate?level screenwriting courses, as well as for directors, producers, editors, and anyone interested in cinema or psychology.
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Psychology for Filmmakers
Crafting Authentic Characters and Stories
- 216 pages
- English
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Film & VideoTable of contents
- Cover
- Half Title
- Endorsement Page
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Table of Contents
- About the Translator
- A Warning from the Author
- Introduction
- The List of Films Mentioned in the Book
- 1 Psychology and Cinema
- 2 Psychoanalysis in Cinema
- 3 Cinema as a Manifestation of Modern Psychological Trends
- 4 Psychological Foundations of Creating a Character
- 5 The Neurotic Character: Shaping a Deep and Real Personality
- 6 Inner Conflict and the Characterās Arc of Change
- 7 Other Types of Characters
- Afterword
- Literature
- Index
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