1) Vladimir Propp was a Russian scholar who believed there are 7 character types and 31 narrative functions that follow in stories. 2) The 7 character types are the hero, villain, magical helper, donor, dispatcher, princess, and false hero. 3) In the short film, Richard fulfills the roles of helper, dispatcher, and donor as he helps Eve complete her quest and gives her his van. Eve is the hero. Death acts as the villain. The film does not include a false hero.