Each to their own, structuralists adhere to their devised theories of narrative structure. Izetan Todorov, a Bulgarian structuralist, is no different - his theory thrives on a specific notion.
Todorov beleives all narrative structures begin with an equilibrium, a conventional mores or scenario that everyone abides by, until something or someone disconerts/disrupts the equilibrium and forces a reaction in order to restore justice/a new equilibrium in the ficticious world.
Todorov's theory comprises of five stages:
1) An established equilibrium is demonstrated
2) Something/someone disrupts the composition of the equilibrium
3) The disruption provokes a reaction
4) An attempt to suppress and repair the disruption is made
5) Justice is restored and the equilibrium is reinstated
There are a flurry of films that abide by this principle, for example, films in which aliens attempt to take over the world etc.
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