central character

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While Jolyon is a central character in “The Forsytes,” Soames’ inner conflict is Galsworthy’s cynosure: He’s a man who prizes acquisition and possession to the extent that he cannot love.

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026

Why an Oscar-winning screenwriter would make a film that makes so little attempt to dig into its central character is baffling.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Despite all the new tools and platforms, the central character in the January 2021 GameStop saga doesn’t think retail investors are in a better spot than five years ago.

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

Other movie-theater operators, such as Regal Cinemas, sold the vouchers for $11, in reference to the name of the show’s central character, Eleven.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 2, 2026

He made Professor Richard Pierson the central character.

From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow