Propp and Todorov Theory

Propp

1) Preparation - get ready for a journey, of the film
2) Complication - something (usually bad) happens which sabotages the situation, forcing the group (or person) to change plans.
3) Transference - the main character (hero) attempts to make group decisions.
4) Struggle - part where people die,
5) Return - hero survives and escapes.
6) Recognition - hero saves the day and is rewarded.

Propp's character types
Hero - The main character, saves and gets with the 'pretty girl'
Villain - fights and struggles against the hero.
Prize - the reward for the hero (main girl)
Mentor - the hero's sidekick, advises and guides the hero into victory and success.
Helper - an individual or group of people who attempt to help the hero into victory and success.
Blocker - person or group of people who attempt to stop the hero fulfilling his/her mission.
Dispatcher - character who sends the hero off.

Todorov

Was created in 1954.

1) Equilibrium -
2) Disruption
3) Recognition of disruption
4) Attempt to repair disruption
5) A return or restoration of NEW equilibrium

when did they come about?