The Epic Of Beowulf: A Tragic Hero
Faster than a sea monster! Stronger than a demon! More powerful than a dragon! It's… Beowulf, a medieval Geatish warrior willing to take on any challenge in order to make a name for himself …
In the darkest of nights a strong, white man persists with determination, aggression and a yearning for adventure and pride as he soars through a dangerous landscape with his crew of gutsy comrades who loyally accompany their leader on his quest. The hero enters the foreign land and instantly astounds the people with his level of confidence. His stories tell a tale of nerve and valour, his expression and his stature demonstrate his determination and persistence, his actions through the journey reveal his nature of courage and bravery, and in the end his …show more content…
Heroes scattered throughout the history of traditional bedtime stories, electrifying poems or action blockbusters all portray similar aspects of a stereotypical hero in which his or her character, from the position of the viewer is cemented by their journey.
Beowulf can be easily distinguished as a tragic hero; a hero that is flawed and is brought to death by the inner demon caused by that flaw. Beowulf’s major flaw being his large ego which thrives from excessive pride, this is constantly recognisable throughout the film as he has a very strong need for recognition, also greed and lust to some extent. Beowulf eventually recognises his flaws as he states to his queen, “Keep a memory of me, not as a king or a hero; but as a man: fallible and …show more content…
The Road Back; the way has been opened for the Hero to return back to his comfort zone … but not yet.
11. Resurrection; having suffered enormous challenges, the Hero is given new life and energy.
12. Return with the Elixir; the Hero can now return home with his prize. The audience leaves satisfied.
Waves crashing against the boat and men chanting, travelling to another nation, is the first time that we recognise Beowulf within his ‘Ordinary World’ as he is responds to ‘The Call to Adventure’ in ridding another kingdom of an unstoppable monster and to make a name for himself. Although Beowulf is too egotistic and too confident to ‘Refuse the Call’ others such as Hrothgar’s advisor, Unferth, doubts Beowulf’s ability and attempts to shame him in front of the people. Hrothgar simply acts like Beowulf’s ‘Mentor’ as he is old and is unable to protect his kingdom yet he offers Beowulf insight into the
In the darkest of nights a strong, white man persists with determination, aggression and a yearning for adventure and pride as he soars through a dangerous landscape with his crew of gutsy comrades who loyally accompany their leader on his quest. The hero enters the foreign land and instantly astounds the people with his level of confidence. His stories tell a tale of nerve and valour, his expression and his stature demonstrate his determination and persistence, his actions through the journey reveal his nature of courage and bravery, and in the end his …show more content…
Heroes scattered throughout the history of traditional bedtime stories, electrifying poems or action blockbusters all portray similar aspects of a stereotypical hero in which his or her character, from the position of the viewer is cemented by their journey.
Beowulf can be easily distinguished as a tragic hero; a hero that is flawed and is brought to death by the inner demon caused by that flaw. Beowulf’s major flaw being his large ego which thrives from excessive pride, this is constantly recognisable throughout the film as he has a very strong need for recognition, also greed and lust to some extent. Beowulf eventually recognises his flaws as he states to his queen, “Keep a memory of me, not as a king or a hero; but as a man: fallible and …show more content…
The Road Back; the way has been opened for the Hero to return back to his comfort zone … but not yet.
11. Resurrection; having suffered enormous challenges, the Hero is given new life and energy.
12. Return with the Elixir; the Hero can now return home with his prize. The audience leaves satisfied.
Waves crashing against the boat and men chanting, travelling to another nation, is the first time that we recognise Beowulf within his ‘Ordinary World’ as he is responds to ‘The Call to Adventure’ in ridding another kingdom of an unstoppable monster and to make a name for himself. Although Beowulf is too egotistic and too confident to ‘Refuse the Call’ others such as Hrothgar’s advisor, Unferth, doubts Beowulf’s ability and attempts to shame him in front of the people. Hrothgar simply acts like Beowulf’s ‘Mentor’ as he is old and is unable to protect his kingdom yet he offers Beowulf insight into the