mockumentary-characters
Mockumentary Character Development
Create characters who are funny precisely because they don't know they're funny.
Core Character Principle
The Earnest Gap: Characters see themselves one way; we see them another. This gap is the engine of mockumentary comedy.
Examples:
- Michael Scott sees himself as beloved leader; we see desperate need for approval
- David Brent sees himself as progressive boss; we see cringe-inducing performer
- The dog show owners see refined culture; we see bizarre obsession
Character Development Workflow
Step 1: Define the Self-Image
How does this character see themselves? What story do they tell about who they are?
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