Character Development In Film

An oil painting inspired by Only Murders in the Building, showing a young woman symbolizing Mabel Mora standing in a vintage New York apartment hallway illuminated by warm light, surrounded by mystery and subtle crime-related details.

Mabel Mora: Solitude, Curiosity, and the True-Crime Psyche

Introduction to Mabel Mora and Her Role in 'Only Murders in the Building'Mabel Mora, played by the charismatic Selena Gomez, stands at the heart of Hulu's hit series 'Only Murders…

Screen Psyche October 18, 2025

Oil painting-style illustration symbolizing narrative therapy, showing individuals rewriting their life stories and transforming struggles into empowerment.

Psychological Concepts via Characters

Exploring Narrative Therapy in Media: Character Development and Empowerment

Introduction to Narrative Therapy and Its Principles Narrative therapy, developed by Michael White and David Epston in the 1980s, is a therapeutic approach that empowers individuals to reshape the stories…

Screen Psyche September 30, 2025

Oil painting of Maeve Wiley, portrayed by Emma Mackey, from Netflix’s Sex Education, with expressive brushstrokes highlighting her resilience.

TV Character Analysis

Understanding Maeve Wiley Sex Education

Introduction to Maeve Wiley and Her Background Maeve Wiley, portrayed by Emma Mackey, is one of the standout characters in the critically acclaimed Netflix series 'Sex Education'. From her first…

Screen Psyche September 29, 2025

Oil painting of a lone figure walking on a path surrounded by bright, abstract landscapes, symbolizing the fear of mediocrity and the search for meaning in life.

Psychological Concepts via Characters

The Fear of Mediocrity: A Psychological Exploration in Character Development

Introduction to the Theme of Mediocrity in Storytelling Mediocrity, the state of being average, often bears a negative connotation in our society, where exceptional achievements are glorified, and the ordinary…

Screen Psyche September 27, 2025

Oil painting of Maximus Decimus Meridius in Gladiator, symbolizing revenge, grief, and resilience.

Film Character Analysis

Exploring the Psychology of Revenge in Gladiator

Introduction to Gladiator and Its Main Themes Released in 2000, Gladiator, directed by Ridley Scott, revitalized the epic historical drama genre. It is a tale steeped in themes of honor, betrayal,…

Screen Psyche September 18, 2025

A realistic oil painting showing multiple film and TV characters burdened with emotional labor, their faces and body language expressing exhaustion, resilience, and hidden strength, symbolizing the invisible emotional work in storytelling.

Psychological Concepts via Characters

The Invisible Burden: Emotional Labor as a Narrative Force

Understanding Emotional Labor: A Historical and Societal Perspective Emotional labor, a concept introduced by sociologist Arlie Russell Hochschild in her 1983 book The Managed Heart, describes the effort involved in managing…

Screen Psyche September 17, 2025

Oil painting of iconic characters Walter White, Tony Stark, Cersei Lannister, and Frodo Baggins, symbolizing shame’s role in character design and storytelling.

Psychological Concepts via Characters

The Role of Shame in Character Design

Shame: a universal human emotion, a powerful narrative tool. It can erode a character's identity, drive them to extremes, or pave the path to redemption. This exploration delves into the…

Screen Psyche September 10, 2025