On Writing - The Seven Basic Plots: Voyage and Return Part IV

This is the final part of our discussion on the Voyage and Return Plot type. In this vide we look at how the protagonist can escape from the upside down world, the use of magical weapons (logos and spirit), and the final trial that is necessary for re-entrance into the right side up world.
Movies you should be familiar with:
Shawshank Redemption
Chronicles of Narnia
Spirited Away
Cast Away
Introduction to the Seven Basic Plots: • On Writing - The Seven...
Voyage and Return Part I: • On Writing - The Seven...
Voyage and Return Part II: • On Writing - The Seven...
Voyage and Return Part III: • On Writing - The Seven...
I was inspired by ‪@youthnation1‬ and ‪@PaulVanderKlay‬ and ‪@JonathanPageau‬ in making these videos

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Andy's last name, Defresnes (pronounced De-frane in the movie) means "Ash Tree" in French. In Norse mythology, the ash tree is known as the "Tree of Life" and is said to be the source of the first man on Earth. Footnote: From the internet: "De Fresnes" is a surname that comes from the Old French word frêne, which means "ash tree". The name Fresnes first appeared in a papal bull in 1152 as Fraxinum, which comes from the Latin word fraxinus. In ancient times, the territory of Fresnes was covered in ash trees, which is why the name Fresnes comes from fraxinus."

[@jarnkarlinn]

Thank you for making these videos Justin! They're great :)

[@justinsmorningcoffee]

Thank you Jarnkarlinn

[@yingjiewei6759]

Hi Justin! I want to say thank you so much for this series of informative videos, I learnt a lot and did enjoy your narrative. Besides the content, the language and words you utilize are valuable to me as a non-native speaker for learning English!

[@justinsmorningcoffee]

Thank you Yingjie, I am happy you enjoyed them. There will be more to come!

[@yingjiewei6759]

@@justinsmorningcoffee Looking forward to it!

[@captainnolan5062]

Frodo turns invisible too.

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Andy says regarding how important the music is, especially to those in prison: "There is something that they can't get to, can't touch." Think on these words: "I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you." Psalm 119:11 He is talking about hope (which in the biblical sense is the hope for eternal life (escape from death). Escape from the upside down world is escape from death to life.

[@captainnolan5062]

The shot of Hanks at 58:31 sure looks a lot like Christ suffering on the cross. The package above his head looks like the placard nailed above Christ's head (which read 'King of the Jews').

[@snakemont]

41:44 Born again! Worthy of leaving the Upside Down!

[@captainnolan5062]

The Bible (logos) is also described as a sword. Internet: "We're told in Hebrews 4:12 that this sword is alive, active, and sharper than any sword you can imagine. This sword divides soul and spirit and it can judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart."

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Warden says "I will cast you down..." to Andy. That is exactly what happened to Satan.

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The dummy hanging on the cliff in Castaway sure looked a lot like a crucifix.

[@darioscomicschule1111]

Thank you so much!

[@justinsmorningcoffee]

Just for you haha

[@captainnolan5062]

Per the Internet: The number 44 holds significant symbolism in the Bible. It represents a powerful spiritual message of transformation and restoration. In biblical numerology, the number 4 represents earthly completeness and creation, while 40 symbolizes a period of testing or trial. When combined, they amplify the significance of the number 44. In the Bible, the 44th chapter of Isaiah speaks of redemption and deliverance. It signifies God’s promise to restore and rebuild after a time of destruction. Additionally, there are 44 generations from Abraham to Jesus Christ, emphasizing the lineage and fulfillment of God’s plan. The number 44 reminds us that even in times of difficulty, God’s faithfulness endures. It encourages us to trust in His transformative power and the hope of new beginnings. It serves as a reminder that God can turn our trials into triumphs and bring about restoration in our lives. Let us find strength in the number 44 meaning in the Bible, knowing that God’s hand guides us toward a brighter future, filled with His grace and purpose.

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The Bible being opened to Exodus (in order to get the weapon/magic item [the pick]) in Shawshank had to be a conscious decision by the makers of the movie.

[@justinsmorningcoffee]

Yes, definitely

[@captainnolan5062]

The music Andy plays is "Nozze de Figaro" [Wedding of Figaro] Which tells how the servants Figaro and Susanna succeed in getting married, foiling the efforts of their philandering employer Count Almaviva to seduce Susanna and teaching him a lesson in fidelity. In the movie, Andy’s friend Tommy tells a story about an old cell-mate of his, who was bragging about murdering the wife of a banker, who was having an affair with a golf pro. And then pinning the crime on her banker husband.

[@darioswatchclub8]

4:11 The Slaves! 17:41 Under the SEA! 33:04 What a VIDEO!

[@justinsmorningcoffee]

Thanks again for all of your interaction. It really does encourage me to keep going. I’m swimming in the quest plot right now and it’s super super profound.

[@darioswatchclub8]

@@justinsmorningcoffee This is pure Gold. I watched today Vayage and Return Part 4.... And how to escape... How the become Worty.

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@@justinsmorningcoffee can't wait, and I will catch up on all of your Videos!

[@captainnolan5062]

The scientific answer to your question, why does sleep renew us? is: "Sleep is needed to regenerate parts of the brain so that it can continue to function normally. Lack of sleep or not enough sleep can cause some neurons in one's brain to malfunction. If the neurons cannot function properly it affects the person's behavior and has an impact on their performance."

[@raghavtantry6272]

What makes something good and other thing evil?

[@justinsmorningcoffee]

The answer is found in 1 Kings 3 😉

[@captainnolan5062]

Leading up to His crucifixion, Jesus was beaten and flogged by the Romans (Matthew 27:24-31; John 19:1). However, we cannot say for a fact how many lashes He received because it is not explicitly stated in the Bible. In fact, the concept of giving someone no more than thirty-nine lashes is Jewish in origin, not Roman.