Character Biographies - Part 1

Each character presented in a narrative will have a specific function when portrayed - such as the protagonist main character that is the centre of the story. Secondary characters in a film interact with the protagonist impacting the plot; and minor characters add atmosphere and contribute to the character world.

- Sarah, aged 23 is tall and slim. Thinning, mousy brown locks fall to frame her dark brown eyes and pale complexion, as white as those who have not seen sun, with a blueish hue. Her expression is intense, secrets lie beneath but we cannot read her thoughts. She walks softly, like a small, dark cat, a shadow of what would've been a cigarette is clear in the way she purses her lips and uneven, short breaths. Fists clenched at the side, she is self contained and in control. Her voice is mature and well spoken, at a normal pitch with a slightly husky edge. She occasionally swears, as does everyone at moments of frustration. Sarah lives in Oxford in a fantastic studio apartment, with her boyfriend whom she has a very intense relationship with - being committed since she was 18, whilst he was 21 at the time. "Age is just a number" right?

Sarah and her father have a good relationship; he often visits with Thai takeaway. Her boyfriend is currently engaged in his job as fresh opportunities arise; Sarah is considerate and allows him space and is supportive. There is no space for pets, not physically but as a couple they feel that work and her artwork (She studied fine art) are too time consuming for pets. On Broad street Sarah's apartment shines, characterised by its post-modern decor - where interpretation is everything. The apartment was perhaps a generous gift from Sarah's father, to compensate for her mother and his marital problems, which eventually led to a divorce as Sarah turned 20. Luckily, as a maturing 'adult' the likelihood of any psychological trauma is second to none. The apartment is chic, personalised with sophisticated ornaments and delicate vases. Softly coloured fairy lights highlight the bedroom, creating a suggestive ambiance as a king size, freshly made bed is in the centre.  The rooms are clean and spotless.  Sarah has finished her education; with a degree from UCL majoring in Fine Art - she has recently been preparing in hope that she can commission her paintings and perhaps open a gallery.  Her boyfriend currently works therefore they have a decent income; the parents are very generous too - however they are becoming financially independent refusing any more help 'setting up'. She had a healthy childhood, her father a successful Civil Engineer in project management.  Psychologically she inherited her mother's artistic ability - her mother being an Architect; physically she inherited her father's dark hair and brown eyes.  Her small build comes from her mother.  She was always studious; and her parents held high expectations which of course - she met.  Sarah had a head start in life and her parents were always supportive of her decisions.  

Sarah is very interested in art culture and history - she also loves English literature being a lover of Dickens and Shakespeare, also regularly picking up NME magazine to read in her spare time - she enjoys her own company and a cup of coffee is always her friend.  Sarah enjoy attending artist exhibitions - especially in London and recently attending the Tate modern museum.  Her relationship with her boyfriend is passionate - sometimes she can be vulnerable and lets her emotions dominate -which is a quality that she sometimes dislikes.  She always however had a strong personality and was very liked - still seeing friends from uni on a regular basis.  Sarah is an atheist/ agnostic; unsure of her religious views but strongly influenced by philosophy and astrology being a Pisces.  She wants to be married and a successful painter - being a strong believer in reincarnation and karma; death isn't always on her mind - but enjoying life is.