Mainly known for her romantic comedies, Ephron reveals not only her personality but also her life journey in her films. The relationships, conflicts, and conditions change, but the characters remain close to Ephron’s heart throughout her filmography. One can see that her life is her biggest inspiration. This paper examines Nora Ephron’s protagonists through character development, motivation, and stakes, focusing mainly on Silkwood (1983), Heartburn (1986), and Hanging Up (2000).
