Propps Character Theory

• There are 7 Proppian character types how many can you name?

  Hero

  Villain

  Princess/Damsel in Distress

  Side Kick/Helper

  Princess' Father

  Doner

  Dispatcher
• Definition: Media stories often have reoccurring set character roles
• An example would be Zoe Luther as a Proppian princess
• Stormzy/Superheroes : Stormzy is the hero inspiring young black people
• Luther is the hero
• In Luther -Alice Morgan is the villain (but subverts expectations)
• TMWTGG Poster - Bond is the hero, Bond girl is the princess/damsel in distress
• Fortnite uses archetypal characters in skins, heroes vs villains