The document summarizes Tzvetan Todorov's narrative theory of the 5 stages of conventional narrative: 1) state of equilibrium, 2) disruption of equilibrium, 3) recognition of disruption, 4) attempt to repair disruption, and 5) reinstatement of equilibrium. It notes this theory is used in many texts like books, films, music videos, and songs. A few examples are provided: the films "A Cinderella Story" and "The Hangover"; the songs "Burn" by Usher, "Irreplaceable" by Beyonce, and "Lay It Down" by Lloyd ft Patti LaBelle; and the music videos for "Take On Me" by A-ha and "

1. TZVETAN TODOROV

2. Todrov's narrative theory suggests that there are 5 stages
in conventional narrative:
1.State of equilibrium
2.Disruption of equilibrium
3.Recognition of disruption
4.Attempt to repair disruption
5.Reinstatement of equilibrium
This theory is used in many texts including books (fictional
and non-fictional), films, music videos, and even songs in
themselves.

3. Examples of texts that use this concept are...
Films:
‘A Cinderella Story’
‘The Hangover’
Songs:
‘Burn’ - Usher
‘Irreplaceable’ - Beyonce
‘Lay It Down’ - Lloyd ft Patti LaBelle
Music Videos:
Take on me - Aha
Anything for love - Meat Loaf

4. EXPAND ON EACH TEXT