My theory of characterization is basically this: Put some dirt on a hero, and put some sunshine on the villain, one brush stroke of beauty on the villain.

Summary

This quote suggests that the traditional roles of hero and villain should be blended and nuanced. Instead of portraying heroes as flawless and villains as completely wicked, the quote proposes that heroes should have flaws or imperfections while villains should possess traits that exhibit some appeal or positive aspects. By emphasizing imperfections on the hero and redeeming qualities on the villain, this approach aims to create multi-dimensional and complex characters, challenging conventional characterizations and engaging the audience in a more compelling way.

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