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Archetype In The Film 'The Princess Bride'

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In looking at the film The Princess Bride, the setup of the plot follows the typical fairy tale archetype that is common to many fairytales. A conflict arises and the appeared resolution to the conflict is contradictory with the moral outcome that the audience is looking for and the solution that seems "just". But through the main characters heroics the ultimate happily ever after outcome is achieved and the audience leaves with a happy and good sense about the film. This is common to many other fairy tale films like Shrek, Beauty and The Beast, and Cinderella etc. However, just because the films plot follows a common archetype and plot structure does not mean the film cannot be entertaining. The Princess Bride can be enjoyed by young children
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