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Hero vs. Protagonist vs. Main Character
- A hero drives the plot, the main character provides perspective, and the protagonist undergoes a character arc.
- These roles often overlap but can be distinct, like in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Shawshank Redemption Example
- In Shawshank Redemption, Tim Robbins is the hero who drives the action.
- Morgan Freeman is the main character and protagonist, whose perspective we follow and who changes.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Example
- In Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Charlie is the hero and main character.
- Willy Wonka, while not heroic, is the protagonist because he undergoes a significant arc.