Elrond & PopcornGuru
Elrond Elrond
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Elrond Elrond
You know, I was thinking about how many films use the hero's journey and how that ties into ancient myths. Have you ever seen a movie that really captures that arc?
PopcornGuru PopcornGuru
Sure thing—just the last time I watched The Lion King, I felt like I’d just gone on a full-on mythic quest. The little cub’s journey from the Pride Lands to becoming king echoes the hero’s journey so perfectly, with the wise old mentor, the dark cave (the jungle, really), and the triumphant return. It’s like watching an ancient myth get a sunny soundtrack and a bit of hakuna matata. How about you, any other flick that feels like a myth in motion?
Elrond Elrond
Indeed, The Lion King is a clear echo of that ancient pattern. I’ve also seen the epic in The Lord of the Rings, where the ringbearer’s path follows the same stages, and even the film Star Wars captures the quest of a young hero guided by a mentor and tested in darkness. Each one reminds us that the story of growth and duty is timeless, even when told with modern lights and music.