Applying Propp’s Character Theory
What is Propp’s Character Theory: ● Vladimir Propp looked at old folk tales and noticed that many of them followed a pattern. He found that stories usually had the same types of characters, no matter the setting or plot. ● He called these character roles, and they show what the character does in the story, not just who they are. This Theory stated 7 common roles: Hero: The main character who faces a challenge or goes on a journey. Villain: The one who causes trouble or danger. Dispatcher: Sends the hero on the journey (gives a task or dare). Helper: Supports the hero or helps them succeed. Donor: Gives the hero something useful (a clue, tool, advice). Princess: The goal or reward — not always a person (can be safety, truth, etc.). False: Hero Pretends to be good but is actually bad. How That Appeared in the Opening of Our Movie: ● Jay is the Hero — he is the one who is challenged and goes into the terrifying room ● The Dispatcher — he initiates the entire series of...
