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12-08-15

 Advanced Personality Psychology project 3

 

 

 

Entourage, The Big Five!

 

 

 

Personality is a wonderful thing, it says a lot about a person. The Big Five, is a

personality trait model. “The Big Five” trait theory includes extraversion, agreeableness

conscientiousness, neuroticism, and openness. Applying this particular trait theory to the

Entourage cast. Entourage is a TV series on HBO (Home Box Office) the run time was from

2004-2011. Which eventually became a movie in 2015,  the main cast includes Adrian Grenier as

Vincent Chase, Kevin Connolly as Eric Murphy, Jeremy Piven as Ari Gold, Jerry Ferrara as

Turtle, and Kevin Dillon as Jonny ‘Drama’ Chase. By applying “The Big Five” trait model to

each character, and stating where each one fits with their own individual personalities.

            Extraversion is the first trait in the model, according to (McCrae & John, 1992).  

Defining extraversion as being talkative, energetic, active, skilled in play ‘humor’, and positive

emotions.  Agreeableness is the second trait in the model. Defining agreeableness as being

trusting, appreciative, responsible, modest, and compliance. Conscientiousness is the third trait in

the model. Defining conscientiousness as organized, productive, self-disciplined, and

achievement striving.  Neuroticism is the fourth trait in the model. Defining neuroticism as tense,

touchy, anxious, hostile, unstable, self-conscious, and fluctuating moods. Openness is the fifth

and last trait in the model. Openness can be defined as curious, values intellectual matters,

artistic, wide range of interests, and unusual thought process.

            “Factor names reflect historical accidents, conceptual positions, and the entrenchment

that comes from a published body of literature and from published instruments. There are two

prominent systems for naming the factors, one derived from the lexical tradition and one from

the questionnaire tradition” (McCrae & John, 1992). Questionnaires are used a lot to define

individual personality’s and plug them into groups. However since a questionnaire wasn’t an

option for this particular grouping, decided to judge an plug each entourage character into the

big five factor model using an overall example, based off their actions, and grammar from the

HBO (Home Box Office) TV series.

Adrian Grenier plays the role of Vincent Chase, an up and coming actor in Hollywood.

He is always surrounded by people, never making decisions for his self. Always seeking out

advice from Eric his best friend/manger. In the #2.12 “good morning Siagon” episode Vince and

Mandy Moore are dating and its jeopardizing the film ‘Aquaman’ Vince and Mandy are late to

physical’s and meetings because of their relationship, causing turmoil. Ari tells ‘E’ that James

Cameron called and said Vince can be replaced. Eric and Vince confront Ari about the phone

call, Ari admits to lying. Vince tells Ari “I don’t even give a fuck about the movie anymore; I

could live with Mandy in a one bedroom in Chatsworth and be happy”. Vince laughs while

leaving Ari’s office after the statement he was acting. This scene implies Vinny can stand up for

himself, Vince ranks very high in Extraversion and Openness on ‘The Big Five’ trait model. His

artistic talents as an actor, his high energy and outgoing vibe, makes him the leader.

            Adrian as an actor plays the role of Vinny Chase accurately. Vinny couldn’t last five

minutes without any of his friends. He is very co-dependent, relying on Turtle to drive him

around everywhere he wants to go, his brother Drama to cook for him all the time, and ‘E’ to be

his rock, and main man. This group of friends bond is strong; they grew up together in Queens,

 New York. For the Aquaman primer Vince wants to take his mother, so in the episode #3.1

“Aquamom” Vince calls his mother while on a live radio talk show. His mother says she will

come to the primer; she tries to back out while at the airport. So his friends call in for

reinforcements by asking all their mothers to tag along. This group of friends brings their

mothers as dates for the primer of Aquaman. Aquaman is Vince’s, James Cameron film, James

Cameron is a big deal director in the movie business. With these examples Vincent Chase is

kind, generous, and loving. Vinny ranks very low in neuroticism, showing little to no signs of

outrageous anger problems, or hostility. Also ranking low in conscientiousness, because he lacks

self-discipline and organization. The agreeableness factor Vince ranks good in as well, with how

generous he is, inviting his mom and all to his Aquaman primer.

            Kevin Connolly plays the role of Eric Murphy, best friends with lead man Vinny Chase

since childhood. Always Vince’s go to man, also his manager, their bond is the strongest out of

the group, arguing and making up in almost every episode. In the episode #3.4 “guys and doll”

Eric needs to convince Vince to take the starring role for the film Median. “Vince this is the

movie we’ve wanted to do alright, it’s a chance for you to act. Get away from the blue screen,

the animatronic fish, this is our Scarface”. Also in this same episode ‘E’ tries to convince Vinny

about their friend Dom stealing a doll from Phil Rubinstein’s house, at first Vince doesn’t

believe him. However Eric sticks to his accusations about Dom taking the doll. Dom gives

himself up while talking with Ari, making Eric’s accusations true. Returning the doll to get

Median in the most reasonable way the guys could think of, and that’s throwing the doll over his

guarded house wall.

            In episode #3.6 “three’s company” Eric goes out with the boys and Sloan his girlfriend

shows up. After leaving and arriving home Sloan gives ‘E’ a drunk call stating that her friend

finds him to be attractive an wants to have a three some. When ‘E’ get off the phone he tells the

guys what Sloan said. Turtle and Drama ask Eric why he’s not in his car and ‘E’ replies “because

their fucked up and it was a joke”. Showing that he is humble, kind and has a great

understanding for how women can act while drinking and not taking what Sloan says too serious.

However while at lunch Sloan tells Eric that she would after all have a three some with him and

her friend. The three some happened, Eric woke up snuggling with the other women instead of

Sloan being startled and instantly rolled over to cuddle his women. Kevin Connolly’s acting is

superb in the example above. Voicing his opinion’s like usual and sticking to his guns, shows a

high rankings in Conscientiousness, by being reliable, self-disciplined and productive.  Eric

Murphy also ranks high in Openness with being original and insightful for Vince. While being

Vincent Chase’s manager he has to deal with all kinds of problems, and having to solve said

problems. Eric Murphy shows low levels of Neuroticism throughout the series, no real signs of

anxiety or self-pitying. Eric shows 50/50 signs for Agreeableness and Extraversion. Not always

forgiving, and talkative, but has a kind heart.

            Kevin Dillon plays the role of Johnny ‘Drama’ Chase. Johnny Chase is a washed up

actor living and cooking for his younger brother, while trying to get back into the business. In the

episode #2.8 “Oh Mandy” the boys are staying in Malibu at Jessica Albas house, while their

 house is getting ready for them to move in. “Well I  personally I think it blows, how am I going

to get to my auditions the pca is like a parking lot” Drama bitching and complaining about

staying beach side. Turtle is Drama best friend in the same episode the two are playing the

childhood game smack. Smack is where two people hold out their hands acting like they are

going to smack the others to see if the one flinches, if someone flinches they lose resulting in a

much harder hand smack. Turtle tags along for the ride to Dramas Audition, after while driving

home Jonny freaks out in the middle of traffic. Dramas rage about a guy behind him driving up

his ass while the guy passes he says “do you really find it necessary to drive up my ass” resulting

in the man to break check right in front of him. The man gets out and spits on his car n comments

about how he was an actor like twenty years go. Drama grabs a golf club beating in the man’s

windshield. Only stopping because Turtle tells he him booked the gig from the audition he just

had, however getting arrested on the highway for his actions.

            Kevin Dillon isn’t a great actor, this being said his biggest and most popular role is

Johnny ‘Drama’. Drama ranks very high in Neuroticism, dramatic mood swings, and anger

problems throughout the whole series. Also ranking high in Extraversion with his assertiveness,

and being highly active. Drama ranks low in Agreeableness, Openness, and Conscientiousness.

Clearly lacking forgiveness, and self-discipline, Jonny Chase is totally overly dramatic and

negative. Throughout the series he shows dramatic highs and depressing responses, resulting in

miserable and pathetic actions.

In episode #3.6 “three’s company” Johnny Drama is playing the godfather game, which

is he a character in and has been playing all day. The gang walks in and Turtle says “that’s the

closest you’re ever gonna come to working with an academy award winner”. Drama quickly

responds very hostel “Yeah nice try Turtle, but I guess the three episodes of A Different World I

did with Marisa Tomei was just a figment of my imagination”. Also in this episode Drama is

upset that Ari isn’t calling him about potential work since Ari signed him. This seems to be a

popular trend for Drama practically begging, and always in the shadows.

            Jeremy Piven plays the role of Ari Gold, Vinny Chase’s agent. Ari is a pompous arrogant

asshole. In the #2.12 “good morning Siagon” episode Ari calls ‘E’ over worked and stressed out

 saying “We’re going to hell so bring your sunblock”. In “the review” episode Eric goes to Ari’s

office about a negative review, Ari yells at ‘E’ to not mention the bad review. Resulting in an

incredible saying “let’s hug it out bitch”. Ari tells that to Eric when ready to end the meeting. Ari

is comical but over worked and highly aggressive. Constantly yelling and throwing things, Ari

Gold ranks the highest in Neuroticism, while ranking low in all the other factors. In the “guys

and doll” episode Eric calls Ari early in the morning in hopes to wake him up, however Ari is

already up and working out.  “What the fuck do you want cunt muscle” is what Gold says

answering the phone.

Jeremy Piven is an excellent actor; his acting doesn’t seem forced like Kevin Dillon’s.

Jeremy Piven also wrote a book based off his Entourage character Ari Gold, called “Rules to

Rule by The Golden Standard”. Entertaining with his aggressive behavior and comical comments

 like “Tell Drama he’s on my to do list right after inserting needles in my cock” from episode

#3.6 “three’s company”. Also in the same episode Gold tries to get Drama a role as soon as

possible in order for Vince to answer his phone calls. Telling his employees to find him a job

with a reward of ten thousand dollars “I don’t care if it’s a porn shoot at which he is being gang

rapped by a gaggle of silverback apes”. Along with emailing ‘E’ to get ahold of Vince the email

included “you drunkin’ Irish short midget cock sucker, I need someone to call me back”. Ari

Gold is also married with children in the series, and he is also Jewish.

            Last but not least Jerry Ferrara plays the role of Turtle, Vinny’s long time childhood

friend from Queens. Turtle and Drama are very close in the series, however managing to

outshine Drama. Throughout the series Drama is Turtles wing man with the ladies and vice

versa, these two are buddies to the fullest. In episode #3.8 “the release” Turtle has to save Johnny

in a coffee shop, Drama is freaking out over a free cup of coffee. “Jesus Christ Drama what the

fuck, you don’t need any more coffee you’re wired enough already you only got 15 minutes to

get to Ed Burns”. Dramas blow out results in him missing the audition however Turtle was there

by his side the whole time, as usual. “What do you want me to say Drama you got to get the

temper under control” Turtle states to help Drama out, however he replies with “Fuck anger

management”.

            Turtle is the only one not directly involved with the acting business, he is Vinny Chases

driver and deals with issues around the house. He supplies the group with marijuana being an

active smoker. Turtle has street smarts, and relaxes the group in high intense situations. He tends

to get over looked up is loved at the same time. Turtle sticks to his roots by wearing urban flair,

mostly basketball jerseys, for every once in a while an exception of a suit. In episode #3.10 “I

wanna be sedated” Turtle has to hunt down his rapper Siagon only to be let down that he is

hiding out at a hotel. Come to find that his thug friends don’t want Turtle as Siagons manager

that someone else is going to manage him. Turtle is cool, calm, and collective. While Drama yet

again is freaking out being held over a balcony railing. All Turtle wants is his money leaving in

peace with forty grand. Turtle ranks very low in Neuroticism with no real signs of aggression.

Ranking high in Consciousness being organized, and reliable also high in Agreeableness,

Openness, and Extraversion, by being outgoing, trusting, and insightful.

            In conclusion, taking McCrae’s big five factor theory, which is a minimization of

Cattell’s Sixteen Personality Factors. And applying it to the Entourage main cast, with brief

examples for Turtle, Drama, Ari, Eric, and Vinny. This long lasting group of friends, and family

have gone through ups and downs, while always sticking by each other’s sides. Vince, being the

leader Eric being the role model, Ari being the loud mouth, Turtle being the innocent one, and

Drama being in the background is an accurate summary. Ari Gold is the most popular character,

which is understandable with his outrageously funny outbursts, and highly aggressive manner.

Drama is the least favorite character, with his poor acting abilities. However they all seem to fit

their roles perfectly, resulting in an amazing series, and movie.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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