The media theory that matches with my idea the most is Todorov's Narrative Theory of Equilibrium. This theory includes three key points: equilibrium, disequilibrium, and a new equilibrium.
Here's how each part of my idea plays into the theory:
1. Equilibrium: The main character spends a very ordinary day working, and comes home.
2. Disequilibrium: The main character sees that his front door is open. This creates a sense of suspense throughout the piece. The main character follows and then starts trying to find who entered his home.
3. New Equilibrium: The main character sees his best friend and the tone of the scene becomes lighthearted again. Their conversation becomes very trip-focused, setting a new normal.
Here's how the theory has been seen in the films I discussed earlier:
The Hangover:
1. Equilibrium: A normal wedding weekend is expected.
2. Disequilibrium: The groom disappears.
3. New equilibrium: The groom is found and the rest of the friends make it to the wedding, but the friends returned changed men.
Superbad:
1. Equilibrium: Two best friends walk to school having a regular conversation.
2. Disequilibrium: They realize graduation is approaching and their lives are about to change.
3. New Equilibrium: They adopt a mission to create unforgettable memories.
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