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The Hero Inside All of Us

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Jen Waters writes for The Washington Times about classics of American Cinema and how Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey influenced each and every one of them.

Waters explores the effect that films can have in people, manipulating their emotions and creating strong connections.

That power comes from the reoccurring use of Campbell’s Hero’s Journey.

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From Washington Times on December 1, 2004
Attributed to Jen Waters

Tags: classichero's journeyJoseph CampbellMoviesWashington Times

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