Narrative Analysis
Shrek perfectly fits Todorov's principle, with a clear structure matching his ideas, the faraway land in which Shrek is based comprises a fantastical land which is an obvious fit to the ideas expressed in this theory.
Equilibrium: The sense of 'normality' is expressed as much as it can be in the opening of Shrek, where the audience are presented with the daily routine of an ogre, which is specifically stressed to be mundane, emphasising that 'normality'. Furthermore we are presented with things that we would consider 'normal' i.e. brushing teeth yet with an ogre, making it all the more comedic (in relation to genre).
Disruption: The disruption to move the plot along also come in a comedic way and takes the form of many classic fairytale characters invading the secluded blissful rut the friendly ogre had settled down into, having being evicted from the city. In an attempt to return to his peaceful life shrek sets out to the city to find the king and right the wrong (classic hero)
Restoration: Following several other events of the film the restoration comes when Shrek an Fiona profess their love for each other, her having been rescued from a castle and fire breathing dragon as well as the king. They become a couple, get married in the swamp and live happy ever afterr.
1 comments:
Luke - you have provided a very good analysis of the narrative theories. However, it would have been more effective to have chosen a clip from Shrek that illustrates your points about Todorov' structure.
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