The Hero's Journey in Film

<p><em>The Hero's Journey in Film</em> interprets twelve Hollywood movies in a mythical context using Joseph Campbell's model of the hero's journey: Departure-Initiation-Return. It also weaves in concepts from the related fields of archetypal psychology and perennial philosophy. The book is highly useful . . .</p><p><br></p><ul><li>As a text for teaching classes on the hero's journey model appropriate for advanced high school undergraduate graduate corporate leadership and continuing education programs.</li><li>For writers screenwriters and others generally interested in stories portraying the stages of the hero quest.</li><li>For counselors therapists psychologists and others in the helping professions who need a fresh approach to working with clients in the midst of major life change. </li><li>For anyone needing a practical guide to personal growth self-discovery and spiritual transformation beyond the confines of traditional counseling and religion.</li></ul>