In the linear and non linear ways
linear - Chronological
Non - linear - Flashbacks
Vladimir Propp:
Studied folk tales and proposed theories (31 functions & 8 character roles)
8 character roles:
Hero: Seeks something
Villain: Opposes the hero
Donor: Helps the hero, magical object
Dispatcher: Sends the hero on his/her way
False hero: Falsely assumes the role of a hero
Helper: Gives support to help the hero
Princess: The reward for the hero
Princess' father
A modern day example of this is Shrek:
Shrek
Lord Farquad
Fairy tale creatures that take over Shrek's house
Robin Hood
Donkey
Fiona
Fiona's father (Shrek 2)
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