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Enneagram Movies and TV Shows: Spotting Character Types in Your Favorite Films



 The Enneagram offers a lens to analyze not only people you know but also fictional characters. Here's a glimpse into how the Enneagram can add depth to your movie and TV show experiences by helping you spot character types:

The Reformer (Type 1):

  • Example: Captain America (MCU) - Strong moral compass, strives for justice and order.
  • Look for: Characters who are idealistic, rule-abiding, and have a strong sense of right and wrong.

The Helper (Type 2):

  • Example: Leslie Knope (Parks and Recreation) - Deeply caring, puts others' needs before her own.
  • Look for: Characters who are nurturing, supportive, and driven to connect with and help others.

The Achiever (Type 3):

  • Example: Elle Woods (Legally Blonde) - Ambitious, success-oriented, driven to prove themselves.
  • Look for: Characters who are goal-oriented, image-conscious, and motivated by achievement and recognition.

The Individualist (Type 4):

  • Example: Tony Soprano (The Sopranos) - Introspective, complex, grapples with a sense of melancholy.
  • Look for: Characters who are creative, unconventional, and seek authenticity and self-understanding.

The Investigator (Type 5):

  • Example: Sherlock Holmes (Sherlock) - Analytical, knowledge-seeking, prefers solitude for deep thinking.
  • Look for: Characters who are curious, independent, and possess a thirst for knowledge and understanding.

The Loyalist (Type 6):

  • Example: Samwise Gamgee (Lord of the Rings) - Loyal, dependable, prioritizes safety and security.
  • Look for: Characters who are trustworthy, value tradition, and seek guidance and stability.

The Enthusiast (Type 7):

  • Example: Jim Carrey characters (often) - Optimistic, energetic, seeks new experiences and excitement.
  • Look for: Characters who are charismatic, adventurous, and approach life with a sense of optimism and possibility.

The Challenger (Type 8):

  • Example: Walter White (Breaking Bad) - Powerful, assertive, challenges authority and doesn't shy away from conflict.
  • Look for: Characters who are direct, decisive, and possess a strong sense of self-confidence and independence.

The Peacemaker (Type 9):

  • Example: Michael Scott (The Office) - Easygoing, avoids conflict, seeks harmony and connection.
  • Look for: Characters who are agreeable, adaptable, and strive to create a sense of peace and belonging.

Remember:

  • These are just interpretations! There can be multiple Enneagram readings for a character depending on the viewer's perspective.
  • The Enneagram adds another layer of analysis to your favorite films and shows, enriching your viewing experience.

So grab some popcorn, put on your favorite show, and have fun spotting the Enneagram types at play!

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