Understanding Characterization in Film

What is characterization in narrative films?

• The choice of film locations

• The selection of music for a film

• The process of selecting actors

• The sum of all observable qualities of a human being

Who defined characterization as 'the sum of all observable qualities of a human being'?

• Jane Austen

• Aaron Sorkin

• Robert McKee

• Steven Spielberg

What does direct characterization in film often refer to?

• The character's thoughts

• Objective details about a character that can be easily observed

• The character's dialogue

• The character's actions

Which film is mentioned as an example where costuming emphasizes characters' generational differences?

• Mulholland Drive

• The Irishman

• Legally Blonde

• Se7en

What is indirect characterization?

• Using setting to define a character

• Revealing character information through their behavior

• Describing a character's traits through voiceover

• Focusing on a character's appearance

According to Robert McKee, true character is revealed in what way?

• Through the character's relationships

• Through a character's appearance

• In the choices a human being makes under pressure

• By the character's dialogue

Which film uses both direct and indirect characterization effectively?

• Casablanca

• The Social Network

• Captain America

• Pirates of the Caribbean

What does Rick Blaine's action at the end of 'Casablanca' reveal about his character?

• He is selfish

• He values money over everything

• He makes the ultimate selfless act

• He is indifferent to the war

In 'The Social Network', how is Mark characterized in the opening scene?

• As a misunderstood individual

• As a tech genius with good intentions

• As a single-minded social climber

• As a loyal friend

What role does setting play in direct characterization?

• It is irrelevant to characterization

• It reveals the character's future actions

• It is used to show the character's wealth

• It acts as effective direct characterization