The film Stardust fits the classic Hero’s Journey mold, while also having elements of a post-modern Hero’s Journey as well. Many archetypes from The Hero’s Journey are seen and some characters possess more than one archetype or stray away from the classical versions of their archetype adding to the idea of a post-modern Hero’s Journey. As you will see this film has the characteristics of both types of The Hero’s Journey. The first way that Stardust relates to the classic Hero’s Journey is when the
as a historical symbol. King Arthur during his time as King of Britain was legendary as well as his legendary sword we all know today as Excalibur. Though King Arthur’s existence was questioned by some, it was said that Arthur led many historical battles with his brave and courageous style. King Arthur, the King of Britain was one of the most brave and heroic kings of all time. “King Arthur a legendary British king appeared in a cycle of medieval romances. Arthur led Welsh resistance to the West