Parenting Quote by David Morrissey
“I always work from back-story, that's what I always do, so you get a character, and you think 'OK, who's this guy, before the story starts?' I always do a back-story, which is either from his parents or even further back sometimes.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing character development, 2015
The creator emphasizes building a back‑story to give depth and context before a narrative unfolds.
In simple terms: Use back‑story to shape characters early.
Key Takeaway
Craft detailed histories for characters.
Themes
writing
character development
storytelling
Mood
analytical
creative
Type
instructional
insightful
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- screenplay
- role‑play
- teaching
Key Concepts
narrative depth
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How much history is enough?
- When does back‑story become exposition?
A Different Perspective
Back‑story alone may not engage audiences without compelling action.
