Even when I'm writing animation, I think of them as real…
“Even when I'm writing animation, I think of them as real people. I think of them as completely three-dimensional beings, even if it's a talking teapot. I don't think of them as one-dimensional drawn characters running around. Maybe that's why, to me, there's really no difference in writing the two - animation versus live action.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Treating animated characters as fully realized people encourages depth and empathy in storytelling, blurring the line between animation and live‑action.
In simple terms: See animated characters as real people.
Key Takeaway
Give characters depth.
Themes
character development
empathy
animation
storytelling
Mood
creative
reflective
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- writing scripts
- directing animated scenes
- teaching animation
- designing characters
- collaborating with artists
Key Concepts
dimensionality
psychology
craft
narrative
career
screenwriting
animation
film
creative process
character arcs
emotional resonance
Questions to Reflect On
- How does seeing a character as real affect your writing?
- What techniques help you give depth to non‑human characters?
A Different Perspective
Animated characters may lack physical constraints, making realistic portrayal challenging.