Question

Aristotle`s definition of tragedy formed the foundation for dramatic entertainment. Consider a contemporary play, novel, or movie that ends tragically and compare and contrast the elements of the piece to Aristotle`s understanding of plot structure and character.

Answer 1

According to Aristotle, a tragic plot “gives rise to a change from good fortune to bad fortune, or from bad fortune to good fortune.” In Brokeback Mountain (2005) we have an example of the first example, as we follow the secret relationship between two men in the 1960s which leads to the death of one of them in the hands of discrimination.

Step-by-step explanation:

Furthermore, in Aristotle's hierarchical structure of the components of a tragedy, the character’s actions are defined by the theme of the plot. In this movie, the main characters´ actions (hiding, falling in love, keeping a secret relationship for years) are determined by that tragic destiny, they are dependant on the theme of the plot.