Applying Todorov's theory

Whilst undertaking research regarding Todorov's theory, I decided to look at Sam Smith's "I know I'm not the only one music video"

Number one shows the narrative starting with an equilibrium; a husband and wife are captured within their home and appear to be content.

Number two shows a disruption to the equilibrium; the husband is shown meeting with another woman in a bar, he is shown with his arms around her waist; clearly implying infidelity.

Number three shows the quest to restore the equilibrium beginning. The wife is aware of the affair but deals with it the only way she knows how; she goes to a store and purchases a bottle of vodka. This is her coping strategy and the way she goes about restoring the equilibrium; she still wants to be with her husband despite the fact that he is cheating.

Number four shows the narrative continuing to a climax as she waits for her husband to arrive home

Number five shows resolution occurring as the equilibrium is restored; the husband returns back to his wife at the start location (their home), both appear to be happy as they share a hug, despite what they are both aware of.

This music video conforms to Todorov's narrative theory, although the restoration of the equilibrium is not quite as happy as it is depicted throughout Todorov's simple five steps.

I feel that Todorov's theory is interesting and makes for a creative narrative, I will consider incorporating this theory into my music video narrative should I choose to create a storyline within my product.