Tzetvan Todorov is a Bulgarian academic and Philosopher but also a theorist in many aspects, but in particular, films and music videos. He annotates music videos. He proposed all mainstream narratives to a similar structure.Todorov suggests most narratives start with a state of equilibrium in which life is seen as 'normal'.
Theory of Narrative:
- Equilibrium - where everything is it should be.
- A disruption of the equlibrium by some action
- A recognition that there has been a disruption to the equilibruim
- Resolution - An attempt to repair the distribution
- A reinstatement of the equilibrium
If I were a Boy - Beyonce:
Equilibruim-Lack of trust in their relationship
Disruption-Her being put into his shoes-reverse roles
Recognition-When Beyonce is flirting with another guy
Resolution-She realises shes just a girl
Equlibrium-Things go back to normal 'Your just a boy & im just a girl'
When the sun goes Down - Arctic Monkeys
Equilibruim-Shes a prostetute on the street with her pimp
Disruption-She falls in love with the magician
Recognition-pimp finds out
Resolution-pimp turns girl against magician
Equlibrium-Shes back on the street as a prostetute
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