Christopher Vogler The Writers Journey
body of the film, the explorer is transformed from a money-driven capitalist to a
true explorer of the heart, who comes to understand that there are more important
treasures in life than jewels and money.
THE OBJECT OF THE QUEST
W h a t is the H o l y Grail Lovett seeks in his quest? It's a diamond called " T h e Heart
of the Ocean," a name that links the theme of love with the setting of the film. T h e
jewel is a true MacGuffin — something small and concrete to focus the audience's
attention and symbolize the hopes and aspirations of the characters. A diamond is
a symbol of perfection, of the immortal, eternal power of the gods. Its facets, with
their mathematical precision, are physical proof of the grand design, of the creative
hand and mind of the gods. Like the gods, certain substances, such as gold, silver,
and jewels, seem to be immortal. W h e r e flesh and bone, leaf and tree, even copper
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