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Application of Narrative theory to Batman Beginning

Todorov believes in a series of events happening throughout a film.The equilibrium shows the happy and innocent childhood memories such as playing in the garden and going to the theatre with his family. This however is shown in a different way through flashback. This is then contrasted with the disruption which is when the child's parents are shot in front of him.

Levi Strauss believes in Binary Opposite. The opening we see rich/poor characters this is the difference between Tom Wayne and the man than shoots him. We also see male/female characters and the stereotype of men protecting women is made when Tom stands infront of his wife take the bullet.

Vladimir Propps 8 Characters
Hero - Bruce Wayne
Villain - Mugger
Doner - Louis Fox
The Despatcher - Bruce Wayne
The Helper - Alfred
The False Hero - Henri Ducard
The Princess - Rachel

8 CHARACTERS

Hero  - Shrek
Villain - Lord Farguaad
The Donor -
The Despatcher -
The Helper - Donkey
The False Hero - Fairy God Mother
The Princess - Fiona
The Princess' Father - King