Archetypes In The Movie 'Talladega Nights'

Talladega Nights is a comedic NASCAR movie produced in August 4, 2006 and starring superstar Ricky Bobby, also known as Will Ferrell. His fans love his accomplishments and he also has a smoking hot wife with a vast amount of wealth. But Ricky lets it go away when French Formula One champion Jean Girard (Sacha Baron Cohen) thunders onto the scene. Ricky also has a racing partner/best-friend Cal Naughton Jr. (John C. Reilly), Shake and Bake was their famous go to in the races. Ricky finishing in first place and Naughton Jr. finishing in second place. When the French driver comes to NASCAR, Ricky will do anything to fight for his title at the top. Soon, Jean Girard takes Ricky’s spot at the top and his life goes to disaster. His best-friend Cal, who soon ruins his marriage and moves into his house. With Ricky’s father, Reese Bobby must take in his son and make him number one again. Talladega Nights has won many nominations and awards, with a total of 8 wins and 9 nominations. In the movie Talladega Nights, there are variety of character, situational, and symbolic archetypes which help to enhance meaning throughout the text.

Archetypes are expected examples of a person, action, or thing. In The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon, there are two archetypes I will discuss. The first archetype is the hero archetype, best portrayed by Christopher, the main character in the book. The second archetype is the evil figure with a good heart, best portrayed by Christopher’s dad, Ed Boone.

The Southern portion of the United States ranging from the East Coast to Texas is commonly referred to as the South. Two different versions of this area exist. One is the true South that anyone who drives through states like Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi will see. The other South is a popularized depiction of this region. Hollywood has played a part in constructing this version of the South by creating countless movies that have depicted a stereotyped South fixated on the Antebellum Era. The 2002 movie “Sweet Home Alabama” poetries Southerners that are trying to preserve the way of life that existed before the Civil War.

Character Archetypes are varieties of human beings who possess certain qualities, based on their ambitions, fears, and ways of life.

Ponyboy is a hero because he is courageous and not afraid to rescue and help people in their times of need. One main reason why Ponyboy is a hero is that when school children are stuck in a fire Ponyboy runs in to rescue them. Ponyboy yells to the teacher, “I’ll get them, don’t worry… I’ll get them,” and immediately rushes into the burning building to rescue the children. This quote shows the true nature of Ponyboy because he is concerned for a group of children trapped in a burning church. He was so worried that he goes in to the burning church with disregard for his safety and saves the kids. What he did when the church was burning meats the definition of a hero perfectly, he was courageous, saved people who needed his help, and was even called a hero by the newspaper. Another way that Ponyboy is a hero is that when Randy, a soc comes over and talks to Ponyboy, Ponyboy listens and talks to Randy about Randy’s problems. Randy then goes on to say, “Thanks kid.” This is a small gesture of kindness shown by Ponyboy, yet it is an act of heroism too. People do not have to save the world to be a hero, a small act of kindness still can take a courageous gesture like overcoming the differences between two people like Ponyboy and Randy did. Heroism in its own simple but pleasant way being kind to others is also heroic. Ponyboy is a hero because no mater how big or small

John Ford built a standard that many future directors would follow with his classic 1939 film “Stagecoach”. Although there were a plethora of western films made before 1939, the film “Stagecoach” revolutionized the western genre by elevating the genre from a “B” film into a more serious genre. The film challenged not only western stereotypes but also class divisions in society. Utilizing specific aspects of mise-en-scène and cinematography, John Ford displays his views of society.

Who is the Gothic Villain? Is he a villain/hero? Is he a dangerous lover? The villain is usually dark and handsome, though he might have some tell-tell sign that warns he is wicked. The villains ranged from dark priests to mysterious bandits. Some start out as heroes but turn into villains. The Gothic villain has several identifying characteristics. They are shifty, cunning and can mold their behavior to match the need of the circumstance. Villains will utilize intimidation, deception, and even flattery to attain their objective.

The word hero describes a person who is confident, brave, and determined. A person who dedicates their lives to others and are renowned for their outstanding achievements. Their actions improve the world and people around them. Chris Kyle possessed all the qualities of a hero: he was selfless, influential, and willing to do anything for the benefit of others.

Ponyboy is a hero because he went into a burning church and saved the children that were in the the church. Ponyboy is also a hero is because he is a survivor. Ponyboy is a hero because he is not afraid to step up. Ch.8 says a quote from johnny and it says I would, I would help her and Randy both if I could. "Hey," I said suddenly, "can you see the sunset real good from the West Side?" That meant that Ponyboy has the desire to help people in problems which makes him a hero. Another quote was in ch 4 which meant that ponyboy isn’t afraid of anything and it says “You know what a Soc is? I said, my voice trembling with rage. "White trash with Mustangs and madras." And then, because I couldn't think of anything bad enough to call them, I spit at them.” Heroes are people who rescue others or people that do something that is really brave. Ponyboy did that, so he is a hero in that way.

To me, a hero is someone you can look up to; someone whom you can admire for their qualities and the obstacles they have overcome. “Fifty years ago, Jackie Roosevelt Robinson became the first black player to play in a Major League baseball game. Jackie was a fearless person and fought until the end and made a big history.”"Jackie Robinson: The Story of an American Hero." HubPages. HubPages, 14 Sept. 2014. Web. 9 May 2016. Everyone respects him a lot and he was a brave man to keep on playing baseball. Though people think Jackie Robinson is not a hero, but others do because he did lots of amazing things that led other black people to play any sport they wanted.

Archetypes are in every movie, book, tv show, and so on. An Archetype is a typical character, an action, or a situation that seems to represent universal patterns of human nature. There are many different archetypes in the movie The Princess Bride. Westley is a great example of the chief archetype. The chief archetype is known and born to be a leader.

A person whom is looked up to and inspires just by possessing the overwhelmingly powerful personality that so many desire, yet can never achieve; it’s similar to a gift given when born that graces them from that moment forward. Heroism can be based off something of a personality trait, or something that makes a person the naturally whole type of person they are. The word ‘hero’ can have many different types of meanings and connotations that can come with it but the best definition to fit the legacy of the late Kurt Caselli is as follows: “A man who is idealized for possessing superior qualities in any field” which defines Caselli in all ways and directions; backwards, forwards, sideways, and upside down (dictionary.com). Kurt Caselli was one that hung his head high no matter what the circumstances and always emerged on top, and in the process was affecting the lives of thousands of young and old followers alike with inspiration to be the best and “be remembered as a person, not a racer” (personal quote from Kurt Caselli). Caselli should be considered a hero because of his determination to perform, appeal to crowds, and just be an all-around good friend to lend out a helping hand when needed. He has touched the hearts and souls of many, even though still believed he was a little guy, just like every other ‘average joe,’ but for those he left behind, whether on the trail or in life, he left an effect that would never be lost.

How is a villain defined? Certainly not as a man like Andrew Jackson who displayed great honor, courage, and determination for the well-being of his citizens and country. Raised in a commoner’s household, he began establishing a leadership foundation at an early age of fourteen. Jackson acquired the nickname “Old Hickory” through his portrayal of an influential and heroic leader. His valiant actions to defend his nation and represent the “common man” earned him the seventh seat as the president of the United States. Although he is notorious for forcefully removing the Indians from their homeland, Jackson’s achievements as a vigilant war general and outstanding president depict him as a hero.

How is the best villain it is shape sifter sally the meanest person because of her family and how they treated her the way they did so they through that teaching her the bad way that she will become her slave and what happened is they cheered her into a villain and guess what she said WHAIT you will find out for yourself so if you are interested in this just keep reading more and more

Maleficent. Miscreant. The antagonist that acts hostile to another being. This can be used to describe a villain. I would describe a villain as someone who seems evil, but could easily be misunderstood as one. While watching Kim Possible: The Movie, Shego stood out to me the most and if I had the chance, I would portray her character in a movie.