Character Research

Character is a very important aspect of film, TV, books etc.; as it can help to tie the story together and help the audience to understand the plot/narrative better. A great character can make a film more memorable as people will remember the iconic character and their unique personality.

Below are 3 characters, that without them, I think the films that they come from would not be anywhere near as successful as they are with them:

Hermione Granger

Hermione Granger is a British teenage witch in the Harry Potter films and is played by Emma Watson. Hermione is an intelligent and brave character who is willing to do almost anything to protect those that she loves. Throughout the entire series she has blossomed as a character, getting smarter and surprisingly more rebellious from one film to the next. She is strong-minded and brave enough to stand up for what she believes in, whether this means disagreeing with others or sometimes breaking the rules.

I think that she is an important character in the series as she supports other characters, as well as being a good role model to the female audience and something that other teen girls can relate to.

The Joker

The Joker is an American villain in the Batman films and in this video he is played by Heath Ledger. He is a violent psychopath that chooses to kill innocent people for his own entertainment. He is of average height and build and is easily recognised by his terrifying clown make-up and bright green hair. He could be considered to be quite a lonely character as the audience is never told about his family or past and we always see him by himself in the films. It could be said that Batman is Joker's only 'friend' in the sense that the Joker needs Batman to keep him mischievous and depriving Gotham City from its joy and happiness. So, without Batman keeping things in Gotham in order, I don't think the Joker would be around to mess things up with his elaborate plans.

Overall I think that the Joker is a great asset to the Batman films and Heath Ledger's portrayal of him makes the character even more amazing and enjoyable to watch.

Ace Ventura

Ace Ventura is an American private detective, portrayed by Jim Carrey, from the hit 90's films 'Ace Ventura: Pet Detective' and 'Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls'. He is a tall, slim man with a great sense of humour and mischievous personality. He has a big passion for animals and he seeks to protect them. He is well known for his crazy antics and hilarious nature and can always make light of a serious situation. 

I think that Ace is a fantastic and memorable character that never fails to make me laugh.