In this ongoing series, I provide a breakdown of a film plot, as seen through the eyes of a screenwriter, and its use (conscious or not) of a classic story structure known as the Hero’s Journey, with roots in the myths of ancient times. By seeing how different physical and emotional plot points play out in movies, writers can perhaps better understand how to map their own stories. It’s not a formula for storytelling; you can’t just add water and stir, but it can be helpful as