The Contour Guide, Step # 9
INSIDE THE WHALE (pages 65-75)
In classic mythological storytelling, this is the “belly of the beast” or the “inside the darkest cave” moment for the main character. Often the scene takes place in a confined space, representing that the forces at play against the protagonist are closing in…tightening…and the protagonist must dig “deep” and face his or her darkest fear.
- Indiana Jones is abandoned inside the Well of Souls, surrounded by snakes. (RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK)
- Luke goes into the cave and faces what he thinks is Darth Vader, but is actually a representation of the dark side of the force that is within him. (THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK)
- Sam and gang are deep within Hoover Dam as Megatron is unfrozen. (TRANSFORMERS)
- Kevin is forced to go into the basement and confront the very scary boiler. (HOME ALONE)
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