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The Best Screenwriting Character Introductions In History
How do you write an amazing character description in a screenplay? It’s a simple question, with a seemingly simple answer, right? Well, not really. Because it turns out that there’s no one correct way to write a character description in your script. However, there are some general rules that most professional writers follow. Namely, less is more.
Keep your character descriptions short, sweet, and to the point. Script readers would rather see the character’s actions and reactions throughout the screenplay define them. But if you need to find creative ways for your characters to make their entrance, you have some options. Here are examples of some of the best ways you can create well-written and creative character descriptions in your next screenplay.
Start with the basics: Name and age formatting
Always format a CHARACTER’S NAME IN ALL CAPS. When a character first appears within the script, putting their name in CAPS allows the reader to pay special attention to that entrance. It stands out on the page. Next, put their age-range in parenthesis (30–45 years old). This lets the reader visualize the character and it helps the producer and the casting department know what age-range of actors to cast.
