Films give the viewer not only emotions, but also often serve as an example of how to behave.
The main characters, when it comes to positive characters, become a kind of standard of behavior that many aspire to. Being as athletic, smart, charming, bold or dexterous, everyone chooses what to learn from the protagonist. And who, in fact, is the best teacher?
The topic, to put it mildly, is extremely subjective, but we still try to average and select 10 movie heroes that I want to be aligned with.
List
- 10. Andy Dufrain, "Shawshank Redemption"
- 9. Brad Cohen, “Before Class”
- 8. Rocky Balboa, Rocky
- 7. Tony Stark, Iron Man
- 6. Maximus, The Gladiator
- 5. Indiana, Indiana Jones
- 4. Aragorn, The Lord of the Rings
- 3. Tyler Durden, Fight Club
- 2. Harry, "Harry Potter"
- 1. John McClain, Die Hard
10. Andy Dufrain, "Shawshank Redemption"
Undeservedly accused of killing his own wife and her lover, Andy Dufrain, the good half of the film causes only pity. He sits for no reason, is subjected to violence by some prisoners, although it is clear that this person does not belong here.
However, in the course of the development of the plot, it is not so much Duphrain that changes as the spectator’s attitude towards it. You begin to notice that eternal peace, humility, and peacefulness are by no means due to weakness of spirit and fear of conflicts, but because of tremendous internal strength. This force allows him to survive in an environment alien to himself and make a brilliant “feint with his ears”, leaving all skeptics and ill-wishers with his nose.
What can you learn from him? Probably, the fact that you always need to have a goal and systematically move towards its achievement.
9. Brad Cohen, “Before Class”
The protagonist of the drama “Before the Class” is a young teacher who sincerely loves his profession, but is experiencing employment problems due to Tourette’s syndrome. This disease discourages principals of most schools, since they have no idea how a person with such a disease can conduct classes.
After going through many unsuccessful interviews and getting rejected over and over again, Brad Cohen finally gets his chance and takes full advantage of it. He clearly shows how to live with such an unpleasant ailment and not pay attention to the sympathy and misunderstanding of society.
The film, by the way, was shot on the basis of a real story, so the persistence of the protagonist is not the fiction of the scriptwriters.
8. Rocky Balboa, Rocky
Rocky Balboa is the hero on whom several generations of viewers have grown. Millions of children around the world enrolled in boxing halls precisely thanks to Rocky.
A boxer-loser, not distinguished by special talent, he becomes a champion, although partly by accident, but still quite deservedly.
His steel character and the will to win cannot but admire, and every boy who watched the film dreamed of being like him.
7. Tony Stark, Iron Man
This example may seem strange, but only at first glance. Think for yourself: genius, playboy, millionaire and philanthropist Tony Stark drank most of his life and had fun until he was captured by terrorists.
This event, which could break another in his place, on the contrary made him stronger by teaching him the right life priorities.
With billions of dollars and enormous influence, he is completely selflessly risking his life in the name of saving people, and such actions are admirable.
6. Maximus, The Gladiator
The main character of the cult peplum Ridley Scott was the best commander of the Roman Empire, as well as a happy father and husband. Having suddenly lost both his position and his family, which was brutally murdered, he becomes a fighting dog for the amusement of the public, performing in the arena of the Coliseum.
You will not envy his fate, but you can endlessly admire his courage and nobility, for which the crowd begins to idolize him.
5. Indiana, Indiana Jones
An intelligent, bold, charming and damn lucky professor of archeology, along with Rocky Balboa, is a hero for several generations of children. Oh, how many boys to the question "What do you want to be when you grow up?" after watching the film they answered firmly and confidently: - “An archaeologist!”
As time went on, potential archaeologists became doctors, managers or someone else, but love for this hero is something that has not changed over time.
4. Aragorn, The Lord of the Rings
Aragorn, although he was a brave and worthy person from the first seconds of appearing in the frame, but nevertheless, he has come a long way through the trilogy.
From a lone wolf, he turned into a respected leader, whom not only loyal friends are ready to follow, but also entire armies.
Selflessness and readiness for self-sacrifice bribes, as his incredible ability to handle a sword, so many want to (and need) to equal him.
3. Tyler Durden, Fight Club
Extremely controversial character, which is called “good” language does not turn. However, Derden himself does not want to like someone, trying not to be hypocritical and remain himself.
I want to be equal to him precisely because of this: directness and uncompromisingness distinguish him from the background of modern society.
He can drink, swear dirty and give in the face, but he will do it openly. Without meanness, lies and falsehood, and this, oddly enough, is worth a lot in our time.
2. Harry, "Harry Potter"
Brave, kind, ugly, fair and honest, always ready to help the weak - that’s all Harry Potter.
He, being just a child, selflessly entered into a duel not only with experienced Death Eaters, but with Voldemort himself, although his friends also did it, which should also be paid tribute to.
Hermione is definitely a role model for millions of girls. In addition to admiration, Harry and company cause a bad but natural feeling of envy. After all, you and I did not wait for our owl from Hogwarts ..
1. John McClain, Die Hard
If before the release of the first part of Die Hard, many men were embarrassed by their baldness, then after the resounding success of the film, others began to shave their heads intentionally, trying to resemble the protagonist at least outwardly.
Not everyone is given such a deft crawl on the ventilation and shoot terrorists, so you have to follow the hero as much as possible.
Seriously, his courage really knows no limits, as well as a sense of humor even in the most critical situations.