Propp Theory
21/10/22 Vladimir Propp - Propp Theory Vladimir Propp's character types: Hero - goes on a quest and usually end us with a princess (shrek) Villain - who is against the hero (lord farquard) Dispatcher - person who sets the hero off on their quest helps them (lord farquard) Donor -helps the hero and sometimes has a magical power/object to help (fairytale characters) Princess - is usually the prize for the hero the hero deserves her throughout the story and must over come a task/defeat the villain to get her ( Fiona) Father - rewards the hero usually identifies the false hero ( father/parent) False hero - takes credit for the hero's actions and tries to marry/end up with the princess (prince charming) The Helper - someone who help the hero on their mission (donkey) Not all films follow this structure Propp's Theory Crime Dramas Hero- officers of law Villain- criminals Dispatcher- superintendent Donor- offices of the law Princess- victi...