The script potential of Meg2 is 57-69MM in the domestic market (actual 82MM)
The script of Meg2 will appeal to 1.62-1.98% of the population
87% events in Meg2 are borrowed from 4 mythological tales
The script of Meg2 will appeal to 1.62-1.98% of the population
Any story is the quest to fulfil a human desire. We have identified universal quests for every human desire. These universal quests reveal the invisible plot structure of stories. An analysis of Blockbuster, Hit & Flop plots led to the discovery of Mythosis Code. The Code reveals the story principles shared by all Blockbusters. We use the Code to estimate and unlock a story’s Blockbuster potential.
All Blockbusters have at least 3 universal quests. Meg2 has 4 universal quests of Tranquillity, Preservation, Independence & Vengeance
In Blockbusters, each universal quest is mirrored by ONLY ONE character. Jonas mirrors the quests of Preservation & Independence. Jiuming – Tranquillity & Driscoll – Vengeance.
Every Blockbuster character borrows at least 35% of the universal quest. Jiuming borrows 26% of the quest of Tranquillity. Jonas borrows 9% & 12 % of the quests of Preservation & Independence. Driscoll borrows 9% of the quest of Vengeance.
Blockbusters interweave different quests to create a tight plot structure. Interweaving occurs when events of 2 quests occur simultaneously in the story. Blockbusters have a quest interweaving threshold of 0.5. Meg2’s quest interweaving of 0.67 is above par. Jiuming’s quest is interwoven with both Jonas & Driscoll. However, the quests of Jonas & Driscoll aren’t interwoven. Here is an example of interweaving the quests of Jiuming & Driscoll.
Blockbusters have a script score of at least 0.64 whereas Meg2 script score is 0.06. Based on the script score we estimate that the movie will appeal to 1.62-1.98% of the population.
The plot structure of Meg2 uses 4 universal quests & interweaves them as well. However, Jonas’ character is inconsistent since he mirrors two quests. Moreover, all the characters are under developed.
87% events in Meg2 are borrowed from 4 mythological tales
At Mythosis, we have identified 32 mythological tales. Each mythological tale uniquely represents a human quest to fulfil a desire. These tales are the super set of thousands of tales across cultures.
We have codified the events of each mythological tale. Every tale has 5 major arcs. Each arc has a sequence of events. These events culminate into a major event. Here is the mapping of each character’s quest to the major events in their respective mythological tale.
Quest 1: Jiuming mirrors 26% of Odysseus’ quest for Tranquillity (below threshold of 35%)
Jiuming’s desire for Tranquillity stems from his need to be free from anxiety & fear. The tale of Odysseus from Greek mythology is the universal quest for Tranquillity.
Quest 2: Jonas mirrors 9% of Noah’s quest for Preservation (below threshold of 35%)
Jonas’ desire for Preservation stems from his need to survive. The tale of Noah from Abrahamic mythology is the universal quest for Preservation.
Quest 3: Jonas mirrors 11% of David’s quest for Independence (below threshold of 35%)
Jonas’ desire for Independence stems from his need for self-reliance. The tale of David from Abrahamic mythology is the universal quest for Independence.
Quest 4: Driscoll mirrors 9% of Duryodhan’s quest for Vengeance (below threshold of 35%)
Driscoll’s desire for Vengeance stems from her need to confront offenders. The tale of Duryodhan from Hindu mythology is the universal quest for Vengeance.
Tags:2023, Ben Wheatley, Box office, Character development, CMC Pictures, David & Independence, Di Bonaventura Pictures, Duryodhan, Movie Review, Mythology, Noah, Odysseus, Preservation, Script, Story plot, Tranquillity, Vengeance, Warner
