Dramatic Foils. Picture Brainstorm In a moment, I will present you with a short series of images. You will have one minute per photo to write down your.

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Dramatic Foils

Picture Brainstorm In a moment, I will present you with a short series of images. You will have one minute per photo to write down your general impressions: what strikes you as interesting about the picture? What does the image remind you of? What is most noticeable to you? Be prepared to share your responses.

Photo Discussion General impressions? What did you notice?

What is a Dramatic Foil? The name “foil” refers to the bright metal placed under a jewel to increase its brilliance. In regards to literature, a “foil” is any person who through contrast underscores the distinctive characteristics of another.

What is a Dramatic Foil? A type of character who sets off--or highlights--aspects of the protagonist in a play. A foil character usually has the opposite traits of the protagonist. A foil is much like the twin character in class, rank, and background; but has opposing characteristics that provide a mirror to those of the paired character.

Examples Sherlock Holmes vs. Dr. Watson Batman vs. Robin Riggs vs. Murtagh (from Lethal Weapon) Romeo and Mercutio (!) Any others?