Todorov's theory of narrative

Todorov's Theory

In Todorov's theory there are five different structures to a film. This theory can be applied to most of all the linear narratives
Beginning
Equilibrium- The norms for the character's
Disruption- Something happens that disrupts the norm
Middle 
Recognition- The characters have identified the problem and know that they need to solve it
Attempt to solve- The character's attempt to restore the equilibrium however they fail
Resolution- They repair the problem
End
New Equilibrium- There is a new equilibrium as they can't ever go back to how it was as so much as happened. So therefore there will be new norms for the character's

Example:
The Lion King
Equilibrium- Character's have been set in the pride lands with nothing for them to be concerned about and Mufasa has control over the Pride lands
Disruption- Mufasa dies and Scar has manipulated Simba into thinking it is his fault. Due to this Simba runs as he fears for the consequences
Recognition- Simba has realised the problems that Scar has caused due to his absence
Attempt to solve- Simba tries to fight Scar in order to gain back control over the Pride lands. However Simba is losing the fight
Resolution- The other lions help fight Scar and the hyenas with Simba. This resolves them into winning back the Pride lands.
New Equilibrium- Simba is now in control of the Pride lands but it won't be the same as Mufasa is no longer alive