This video uses Propp's theory in order to shape its narrative.
This allows us as the audience to identify and recognise certain characters.
This video also uses Strauss' theory of Binary Opposition. There is the conflict between good and evil. As well as young and old. This creates more drama and tension, engaging the audience even more.
Todorov's narrative theory can also be identified in this video. At the start there is a sense of an equilibrium when Chris Brown is introduced into the scene, (expected because he is the 'star' of the video). However there is a sense of the non-linear structure as the very start of the song we see a disruption in the conflict between father and daughter. The disruption is then recognised in the fight scene with Chris Brown and the opposing team. The attempt to repair disruption is towards the end when there is a face off between the two parties.
That scene may also be referred to as the new equilibrium.
This video consists of both Todorov's and Strauss' narrative theory.
The video starts with equilibrium of the BMXers riding their bikes. in that scene we get a slight insight into their personality and we infer that the they're a close knit group.
Then the disruption occurs in this scene, the protagonist gets into an accident, consequently loosing his leg and stopping him from riding.
Here there is recognition of the disruption. Also the audience are forced to sympathise with the protagonist as this is actual footage of a real incident.
There is an attempt to restore order and repair the disruption. in these scenes the protagonist is portrayed as inspirational, creating empathy for the audience.
Finally there is a new equilibrium. By showing the journey of the protagonist the audience feel a part of it.
Strauss' theory of Binary Opposition is also apparent in the conflict between ability and disability. It is the central theme of the video, that aspect also creating tension for the audience.
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