The Quest
One of my favorite plots. We are all on a quest for something or someone. And that’s one of the stories of our humanity. The quest to find, God, your soul mate, wealth, health, new horizons, learning, adventure, expression, revenge, justice, improving life and much more. The beauty of this, (Quest) is that it is so personal and everyone’s quest is legitimate because its theirs and worthy of pursuit. Some might even say that the quest is an obligation for one to pursue as a life calling, ambition or goal.
Two great movies with a QUEST plot; 10. Boy and the World (2013)
PG | 80 min | Animation, Adventure, Family 7.6 Rate this 80 Meta-score
Plot (3) A little boy goes on an adventurous quest in search of his father.
An amazing Brazilian animation that truly exemplifies the power of imagery and music as a combination that has more than enough to portray a powerful and deep message. It shows an adventurous quest that illustrates the issues of the modern world through the eyes of a child…
Cuca’s cozy rural life is shattered when his father leaves for the city, prompting him to embark on a quest to reunite his family. The young boy’s journey unfolds like a tapestry, the animation taking on greater complexity as his small world expands. Entering civilization… See All »
AND THEN THE CLASSIC
14. Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
PG | 115 min | Action, Adventure 8.5 Rate this 85 Meta-score
Plot (3)
Renowned archaeologist and expert in the occult, Dr. Indiana Jones, is hired by the U.S. Government to find the Ark of the Covenant, which is believed to still hold the ten commandments. Unfortunately, agents of Hitler are also after the Ark. Indy, and his ex-flame Marion,…
Set in the year of 1936, Indiana Jones “Harrison Ford” famous archaeologist, adventurer, and college professor, is hired to receive the Ark of the Covenant by the U.S government. Unfortunately the Nazis also want to acquire it, including Indy’s personal rival, Rene Belloq …
As the Third Reich continues its reign of terror, Adolf Hitler is on a quest for the legendary Ark of the Covenant- resting place of the Ten Commandments- whose supernatural powers, legend says, can wipe out entire armies. The U.S. Government turns to Dr. Indiana Jones, f… See All »
This is why knowing your plot is essential in the crafting of your story. Knowing that your plot is, “The Quest,” or another plot helps us as writers to be more efficient. To know where we are as to the, three acts, more importantly the, “why,” which is part of the plot. As the why (plot) drives your story from the beginning middle to the end. As to your protagonist and antagonist, the choices they make. Your locations, dialogue, actions. The set ups and reveals. The plot is touched upon, seen from the beginning and fulfilled or revealed in the third act to an anticipating audience. And that is storytelling. When our audience is fully engaged after watching your movie they’ve gained understanding because the plot was clear. They leave, hopeful or not, depending on the story. Maybe challenged or inspired, informed, entertained for sure.