Table of narrative theories

Film theory	Film theory advantage	Film theory disadvantage
Equilibrium Theory	Is a basic and simple	The plot can be too basic and simple; this can make the plot predictable
Binary code	- Sets up the film - The plot can easily deceive audiences - shows a good representation of characters	- Plot can be drawn out and long - too much of the plot can be given away  - It is very predictable; good beats evil
Enigma code	- it is a favourite among directors, producers and audiences - the audience are heavily drawn into the plot	- the audience has to read the signs to understand the plot - can become boring if the plot is drawn out too long