Advice Quote by Lauren Ashley Carter
“I remember on 'Jug Face' working with Chad Crawford Kinkle, who is as sweet as they come. He told me someone had given him advice that if you're making a drama, you basically need to put your main protagonist through living hell in every scene, and then you'll have a successful film. He laughed it off until watching me every day!”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with Lauren Ashley Carter, 2023
Advice suggests that constant extreme conflict for a protagonist guarantees a successful drama, but this is a simplistic view that ignores nuanced storytelling.
In simple terms: Constant extreme conflict is seen as a formula for success, but it's overly simplistic.
Key Takeaway
Balance conflict with character growth.
Themes
storytelling
drama
conflict
character development
film making
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
advice
reflection
When to use this quote
- screenwriting
- directing
- actor preparation
- audience engagement
Key Concepts
Narrative structure
character arcs
emotional stakes
Questions to Reflect On
- How can conflict be varied to keep a story engaging?
- What alternative methods deepen character without relentless hardship?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on constant suffering can alienate viewers and flatten emotional impact.
