Character Day Reflection
Today (April 1st), we had a “Character Day” where we acted out dialogues with each other depicting the characters that we chose for our Graphic Novels. I acted out my character, Mikhail Komarov, in a dialogue with Ms. Mohr. I took on the form of an angry and paranoid Russian Dictator who wants to invade a country, but his advisor is telling him that he shouldn’t. I learned a lot more about my character because I was forced to adopt his idiosyncrasies and mannerisms. I came up with several new ideas, and it helped me develop Mr. Komarov into a very dynamic and much more realistic character.
I decided to make Mr. Komarov into a heavy smoker and drinker; I used a pen cap in place of a cigarette and a pack of gum in place of a flask (of vodka). After Ms. Golub suggested that heavy substance abuse is sometimes the result of depression, I decided to add a chapter to Komarov’s life, and have his father die at a very young age. I think that by focusing on his mannerisms, which was accomplished by acting out dialogue with the character, I was able to think a lot more about his life and personality. I only wish I could have brought a heavy coat to look more Russian. I thought that everyone that acted their character did a very good job and I hope that it helped them develop their character as much as it helped me.
Labels: Graphic Novel Project, Reflections