Examples of Character Archetypes
This video defines and gives examples of character archetypes (i.e. hero, damsel in distress, star-crossed lovers, devil figure, etc) in popular films today.
It also fulfills a Common Core standard:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.3
Analyze how complex characters (e.g., those with multiple or conflicting motivations) develop over the course of a text, interact with other characters, and advance the plot or develop the theme.
Enjoy!