Tzvetan Todorov's narrative theory suggests that all narratives follow a
structure where they begin with equilibrium, where everything is balanced,
progress as something comes along to disrupt that equilibrium, and finally
reach a resolution, when equilibrium is restored.
These are the steps for all traditional stories:
1. Equilibrium (everything as it should be)
2. Disruption by an event (disequilibrium)
3. Recognition of disruption
4. Attempts to repair disruption
5. Return or restoration to a new equilibrium
Most films follow this structure however, in trailers the last stage is
usually missed out in order to create a sense of mystery and suspense; making
people want to come and see the whole film.
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