We often want to end a person's story with the accomplishment of the goal. But societies before ours believed that the experience of wonder was much greater than even the experience of success. I think this is something that we often forget in stories to day. And then we always love a good comeback in the end as well.
Superhero movies. Bastardized fairy tales. The psychology of celebrity. Star Wars. And yes, some ancient Greek and Roman myths. Professional mythologist and screenwriting consultant John Bucher spins some yarns and unravels some mysteries behind what makes a good story, and why we so desperately need them. Also: rethinking your own life's narrative and gaining a greater appreciation for Elvira. Trust me.
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Editing by Steven Ray Morris
Music by Nick Thorburn