Introduction:
Todorov's theory is that there is a specific structure which most films, books and mostly anything with a storyline will use, especially in TV Dramas. The five aspects of Todorov's theory are the equilibrium where everything is in order, a disruption where someone or something causes order to be lost, recognition of disruption where the protagonist is affected by or realises the disruption, attempt to fix disruption by the protagonist and then new equilibrium where order is restored in a different way. His theory goes especially well with TV Dramas, as the include multiple uses of disruptions (a stage in Todorov's theory). This theory is very useful, however it has it's restrictions in TV Drama as they usually want the audience to be lead on and thinking about multiple disruptions.
How this applies to Homelands:
- Equilibrium - CIA agent Carrie Mathison is doing her job in Baghdad
- Disruption - American agent Brodie is found and returned to the USA
A good first draft showing awareness of the theory. Targets:
ReplyDelete1) Improve your opening sentence by saying/listing what five narrative points all narratives have according to Todorov.
2) Use more complex vocab and subject specific vocabulary (look at again at the example for useful words and phrases).