“Unlock the Secrets of Storytelling: 45 Archetypes That Will Transform Your Screenwriting Skills!”
Examples: The Shining, Paranormal Activity, and The Conjuring.


‘The Shining’ (1980)
36. The Road Trip
Characters embark on a physical journey that mirrors their internal growth.
Examples: Little Miss Sunshine, Planes, Trains and Automobiles, and Thelma & Louise.
37. The Body Swap
Two characters swap bodies, leading to comedic or dramatic insights.
Examples: Freaky Friday, Family Switch, and Face/Off.
38. The Rivalry
Two characters or groups clash in a competition that reveals their true natures.
Examples: Amadeus, Zoolander, and Neighbors.