What do you notice when watching this video example of the hero's journey in these films? How is it represented in each film?
When watching this video example of the hero's journey within the films, I notice that each film follows the formula nearly to a T, with little to no deviations from it. However, despite the formula, they still are compelling and unique stories that people love and enjoy; they are able to convey different themes and create different connections whilst following this tried and true formula. The archetype is represented in the arc that the protagonist goes through, i.e., the way that their character progresses through the story and the major story beats that are important to that journey. Each character starts off as a regular person before recieving a call to action and meeting a mentor that leads them over the threshold. They learn lessons and face a series of trials, overcoming their fears and ultimately being reborn in someway, using some kind of boon to accomplish their mission. In many instances, they also typically find love as it is part of the human condition and is often used as an important obstacle and goal for the hero.
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