Todorov’s
narrative theory basically states that most plot-lines follow a similar path.
There are five steps in this pattern:-
- Equilibrium: This is
the first part of the story, usually in which the characters are introduced,
everything seems ‘normal’ at this point.
- A disruption: A
change occurs which disturbs the ‘normality’ previously mentioned.
- Realisation: Main
character(s) become aware of the change caused by the disruption. Todorov believes
that this is the longest part in movies as the plot constantly intensifies.
- Restored Order: The
main character(s) attempt to look for solutions to repair the damage and restore
the problem so that they could bring back the normalcy.
- New Equilibrium: The
final part of the plot, the ending, in which the main character(s) resolve the
problem and succeed in achieving the wanted normalcy.
The film opening I decided to analyse for its narrative is 'Thor'. This is because the opening narrative- which is a flashback concerning Thor's father, Odin- contains all the elements of Todorov's theory mentioned above. Analysing this film opening was quite interesting as it didn't follow the usual flow of plots. The opening itself had its own equilibrium, disruption, and solution, different from the rest of the movie, but it helped in setting the scene and main plot. The idea my team and I came up with may not follow the usual flow either as we have decided to add in a lot of flashbacks to tell the main protagonists story. Although it may be difficult, we might be able to pull it off through the use of proper editing and techniques. I believe that challenging the stereotypical flow is a good choice to make as it sometimes creates interesting and unique ideas to present.
Analysis was written by me on Powerpoint
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