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Download full textStroud, Scott R. – 2000
This paper analyzes the interesting narrative structure of the hero-quest myth contained within the 1999 film, "The Matrix," and explicates the implications of this message upon the audience. Initially, the relevance of myth to movies and the format of Joseph Campbell's hero-quest is illustrated. This format is then applied to "The…
Descriptors: Characterization, Content Analysis, Empowerment, Film Study
