Studio Practice

Cliche- Something that has been overdone to the point where it is now predictable. A fad that has either died or is dying out.

I'm sure you are all familiar with Disney and their trademark cliche of making censored, gay-oriented movies in which the good guy always wins.

Genre- An unncessary label attached to music, movies, novels, etc. giving way to discrimination, stereotypes, and prejudice.

I was once kicked out of a music chat room based on the "metal" genre because I listen to "nu-metal".

Stereotype- A stereotype is a characteristic assumed by people regarding a certain population. Stereotypes are usually based on the history of that population and are also portrayed by the media. Stereotypes usually have a negative connotation, since it is including all people of a certain population into characteristics when really only a select few possesses.
Antagonist- the character in a good vs. evil plot that opposes the good/hero.

everyone seems to root for the hero's in stories...but i like to root for the antagonist

Protagonist- Since there was no absolute definition for this word, I decided to use an actual meaning. 

1. The main character in a drama or other literary work. 
2. In ancient Greek drama, the first actor to engage in dialogue with the chorus, in later dramas playing the main character and some minor characters as well. 
3. 
1. A leading or principal figure. 
2. The leader of a cause; a champion.Supporting- An existence in the story to provide elements, making the leading role stand out.
Characterization- Definition of Character