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Snyder's Genres:

MONSTER IN THE HOUSE - MONSTER, HOUSES, SIN

GOLDEN FLEECE - ROAD, TEAM, PRIZE

OUT OF THE BOTTLE - A WISH, A SPELL, A LESSON

DUDE WITH A PROBLEM - AN INNOCENT HERO, A SUDDEN EVENT, A TEST OF SURVIVAL

RITE OF PASSAGE - A LIFE PROBLEM, THE WRONG WAY TO FIX IT, THE SOLUTION TO THE PROBLEM

BUDDY LOVE - AN INCOMPLETE HERO, A COUNTERPART NEEDED TO MAKE THEIR LIFE WHOLE, A COMPLICATION THAT IS KEEPING THEM APART EVEN THOUGH THAT FORCE IS BINDING THEM TOGETHER

WHYDUNNIT? - A DETECTIVE, A SECRET, A DARK TURN

FOOL TRIUMPHANT - A FOOL, AN ESTABLISHMENT, A TRANSMUTATION

INSTITUTIONALIZED - A GROUP, A CHOICE, A SACRIFICE (JOIN, BURN IT DOWN, COMMIT SUICIDE)

SUPERHERO - A POWER, A NEMESIS, A CURSE

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The Snyder Beats:

OPENING IMAGE

THEME STATED

SETUP

CATALYST

DEBATE

BREAK INTO TWO

B STORY

FUN AND GAMES

MIDPOINT (FALSE VICTORY OR DEFEAT BUT OPPOSITE OF THE ALL IS LOST)

BAD GUYS CLOSE IN

ALL IS LOST (OPPOSITE OF THE MIDPOINT, FALSE VICTORY OR DEFEAT)

DARK NIGHT OF THE SOUL

BREAK INTO THREE

gathering the team

executing the plan

high tower surprise

dig deep down

execution of the new plan

FINALE

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Join us as we delve into the cinematic exploration of "The 13th Warrior," a film that sparks a debate about storytelling potential and character development. The episode highlights the film's shortcomings, particularly in establishing its characters and delivering a cohesive narrative. Our hosts dissect the missed opportunities to deepen character arcs and thematic elements, particularly the protagonist's journey from poet to warrior. As they share their thoughts, they also reflect on the film's impact and how it resonates with the audience today. With a mix of humor and critical analysis, they navigate through the highs and lows of this 1999 adaptation of Michael Crichton's work, ultimately arriving at a consensus to consider it for those who enjoy medieval tales.

Takeaways:

• The podcast discusses the challenges of adapting the story of the 13th Warrior from Michael Crichton's novel, highlighting the potential that was lost in the film's execution.
• Listeners are encouraged to consider the cultural and thematic elements within the film, including how characters evolve from poets to warriors throughout their journey.
• The participants express their frustrations with the film's pacing and character development, noting that many characters lack depth and distinct identities.
• A recurring theme is the importance of establishing strong emotional connections with characters to enhance audience engagement and investment in their journeys.
• The episode emphasizes that a good story must include well-defined themes and character arcs that resonate with the audience.
• Ultimately, the hosts conclude that while the film has its moments, it largely fails to deliver a cohesive and powerful narrative experience.

13th Warrior podcast, Antonio Banderas films, Viking movies, Beowulf adaptations, film analysis, movie reviews, Ridley Scott, John McTiernan, film storytelling, cinematic themes, character development in movies, supernatural elements in film, cult classic movies, film discussions, movie recommendations, fantasy films, audience engagement, film editing, movie plot analysis, cinematic tropes

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