Character Quote by Boyd Holbrook
“I just look for characters that have dimensions. If I don't see it written on the page, then I try to put it in there somehow. You don't want to play the same role twice.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: "The Last Black Man in San Francisco" press tour, 2019
Characters need depth; writers must actively create dimensions rather than rely on obvious cues.
In simple terms: Add depth when missing.
Build layered characters.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- screenwriting
- novel writing
- role playing
- theatre production
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance depth and simplicity?
- When is a character’s simplicity effective?
Overemphasis on dimensions can lead to overcomplication.