The more I'm pushed in a position of leadership and I know I have to be the mouthpiece for so many other people who can't speak for themselves, the more confidence I'm gaining.
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You're only reduced to a cliche if you don't humanize a character.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A character becomes unoriginal or cliché when they lack depth and relatability.
Viola Davis emphasizes the importance of depth in character development, arguing that characters lose their authenticity and become clichés if they are not portrayed with human qualities and emotions. This highlights the need for writers and creators to infuse humanity into their characters, allowing audiences to connect with them on a deeper level.
Themes
CharacterClicheHumanizationDepthAuthenticity
In practice
Example use cases
In a writing workshop, to illustrate the importance of character development.
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