Archetypes in Film
“Princess Bride”
Analysis Questions
1. Wesley, the hero, has characteristics of cunningness, bravery, and faithfulness which make for a fearless hero. When Wesley rescues the princess from the kidnappers he goes through three tests; one of strength against a bumbling giant, one of skill against a prestigious swordsman, and one of wits against an arrogant midget.
2. Miracle Max is the potion maker that restored Wesley’s life through means of concocting a chocolate coated pill…
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