This chapter presents an overview of the conceptual framework used in story construction . It draws heavily on the language of story analysts and screenwriters in the motion picture industry. The most important concept is that of character .
Characters are the sources of action in the story.
Structurally, the protagonist is the hero, the antagonist is the villain, and the love interest is the character whom both the hero and the villain desire. The techniques used by successful writers and directors to generate these effects in the audience will be discussed in great detail. Motivation expresses a personal need that a character must fulfill, and that propels him into action to obtain his objective. The motive is usually some factor or element that is lacking in the character's personality or his life. Characters make decisions about the best way to achieve these objectives.