36 Dramatic Situations

For 36 days in 2010, we explored the famous 36 Dramatic Situations by presenting a film that exemplifies each one. From family killing family to prisoners in need of asylum, we brush off the 19th-century list in order to remember that it’s still incredibly relevant today.

Explore all 36 Dramatic Situations below

The Lion King

The 36 Dramatic Situations: The Lion King (1994) and Kindred Upon Kindred Vengeance

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The 36 Dramatic Situations: Harakiri (1962) and Self-Sacrifice for Kin

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The 36 Dramatic Situations: There Will Be Blood (2007) and Obtaining

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In Bruges

‘In Bruges’ and Remorse

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The professionals

The 36 Dramatic Situations: The Professionals (1966) and Daring Enterprise

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Liam Cunningham Hunger

The 36 Dramatic Situations: Hunger (2008) and Self-Sacrifice for an Ideal

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The 36 Dramatic Situations: The Chaser (2008) and Abduction

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Joan Allen The Contender

The 36 Dramatic Situations: The Contender (2000) and Erroneous Judgment

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Misery

The 36 Dramatic Situations: Misery (1990) and Falling Prey to Cruelty and Misfortune

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