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Binary Oppositions
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In terms of Binary Oppositions existing in narrative to create conflict and being resolved by the end, Levi-Strauss' theory still exists in modern story telling to an extent.
However, the development of more complex story lines and the addition of twists means that the theory cannot be applied the whole narrative.
There is, however, an aspect of society reflected through modern narrative through the use of binary opposition, as demonstrated through 'Right and Wrong'.
Levi Strauss' Binary Oppositions
How narratives unconsciously reflect the values and beliefs of society through binary oppositions.
'The purpose of the myth is to provide a logical model capable of overcoming a contradiction.'
Conclusion
Shutter Island Synopsis
Levi-Strauss
Binary Opposition
unconsciously reflects society
LIFE vs DEATH
ANDREW vs TEDDY
RACHEL vs DOLORES
MARSHALS vs PSYCHIATRISTS
TRUTH vs LIES
TRUST vs BETRAYAL
FREEDOM vs CAPTIVITY
LOVE vs HATE
FILM NOIR vs PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER
MAN vs WOMEN
GOOD vs EVIL
HERO vs VILLAIN
RIGHT vs WRONG
SANITY vs INSANITY
DREAM vs REALITY
KNOWLEDGE vs NAIVETY