Narrative

Question 1

What is the Tzvetan Todorov theory?

Answer 1

This theory argues that most narratives follow a five point cycle, where events drive the narratives outcome

Question 2

What is the Claude-Levi Strauss theory?

Answer 2

“binary oppositions”, character contrasts that drive the narrative and thickens the story e.g. :

• Good vs Evil
• Peace vs War
• Man vs Nature

Question 3

What is the Roland Barthes theory?

Answer 3

Barthes argues that using “Enigma”, producers can create mystery in a narrative

Question 4

What is the Vladimir Propp theory?

Answer 4

Propp believes that same events occur in most narratives. These are called “narratemes” which control the outcome of the story