One of the coolest ways to start building a character is…
“One of the coolest ways to start building a character is the way he moves his mouth, what part of the mouth he puts his words into, how he expresses himself, and there's a certain flavor you get with a dialect.”
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Advice on character creation emphasizing speech patterns, mouth movement, and dialect to give distinct personality.
In simple terms: Use speech and dialect details to shape a character’s voice.
Add specific speech traits to characters.
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When to use this quote
- novel writing
- role‑playing
- screenwriting
- voice coaching
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does dialect affect perception?
- What other traits complement speech?
Over‑emphasis on speech may neglect actions.