In order to create a strong narrative alongside what we hope to be strong band performance our group did some research into a few theories about narrative structure, as we would like to create a logical and interesting narrative.
TODOROV’S THEORY
Todorov proposed a basic structure for all narratives. He stated that films and programmes begin with equilibrium (a calm period). Then disruption causes disequilibrium, a period of unsettlement and disquiet. This is then followed by a renewed state of peace and harmony for the protagonists and a new equilibrium brings the chaos to an end.
BARTHES’ ENIGMA CODE
The narrative will establish enigmas or mysteries as it goes along. Essentially, the narrative functions to establish and then solve these mysteries.
ARISTOTLE'S UNITIES
A narrative should be created within a 'unity' of time, place and action - that is, it should all take place in the same location, in real time, and with all action moving towards a logical (and moral) conclusion.
This is the plot that we have so far…
The video is centred around the motifs of keys and doors which relates to the lyrics of the song “And I wish that I, I could find a key to unlock all the things you want us to be.” A male and a female will be seen to try and unlock many doors with many different keys. Unfortunately they do not open, and so they are forced to try more doors, it is at first ambiguous as to what destination they are trying to reach. Each character becomes distressed and confused as to why they are unable to achieve anything. Until the fairytale ending of course, when the boy arrives at the door the girl is trying to open, he has the key she needs to unlock the door, and they go into the house together.
Our music video follows Todorov’s theory as although there is no major incident that changes the journey, with each door that the characters cannot get into, some chaos is apparent and so their path does alter. Throughout the narrative each character shows a sense of panic and frustration but the end shows satisfaction and calm. We have two protagonists, one male and one female, that are both on a journey to find something/ someone, initially it is unclear as to their real reason for attempting to unlock the doors and so Barthe’s enigma code is evident. Elements of Aristotle’s unities can be seen as the journey twists somewhat but all takes place in one day a ‘unity of time’ until they finally end up at the same door.
TODOROV’S THEORY
Todorov proposed a basic structure for all narratives. He stated that films and programmes begin with equilibrium (a calm period). Then disruption causes disequilibrium, a period of unsettlement and disquiet. This is then followed by a renewed state of peace and harmony for the protagonists and a new equilibrium brings the chaos to an end.
BARTHES’ ENIGMA CODE
The narrative will establish enigmas or mysteries as it goes along. Essentially, the narrative functions to establish and then solve these mysteries.
ARISTOTLE'S UNITIES
A narrative should be created within a 'unity' of time, place and action - that is, it should all take place in the same location, in real time, and with all action moving towards a logical (and moral) conclusion.
This is the plot that we have so far…
The video is centred around the motifs of keys and doors which relates to the lyrics of the song “And I wish that I, I could find a key to unlock all the things you want us to be.” A male and a female will be seen to try and unlock many doors with many different keys. Unfortunately they do not open, and so they are forced to try more doors, it is at first ambiguous as to what destination they are trying to reach. Each character becomes distressed and confused as to why they are unable to achieve anything. Until the fairytale ending of course, when the boy arrives at the door the girl is trying to open, he has the key she needs to unlock the door, and they go into the house together.
Our music video follows Todorov’s theory as although there is no major incident that changes the journey, with each door that the characters cannot get into, some chaos is apparent and so their path does alter. Throughout the narrative each character shows a sense of panic and frustration but the end shows satisfaction and calm. We have two protagonists, one male and one female, that are both on a journey to find something/ someone, initially it is unclear as to their real reason for attempting to unlock the doors and so Barthe’s enigma code is evident. Elements of Aristotle’s unities can be seen as the journey twists somewhat but all takes place in one day a ‘unity of time’ until they finally end up at the same door.
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