We often discuss movie tropes that need to retire; however, we seldom appreciate the ones that somehow ended up positively shaping us. Maybe that’s one of the reasons why so many of them are almost extinct today. So, in this article, let’s talk about the movie tropes that need to come back because they have our hearts. 5 Movie Tropes That Were Gems and Need to Come Back1. Strong Man with ChildrenI am not really talking about the “strong man becomes a father figure” trope, as seen in The Last of Us, where Joel, after losing his daughter, meets Ellie and the two develop a father-daughter relationship. That’s one trope that’s never going to retire, and I don’t mind.I’m talking more along the lines of The Pacifier and Mr. Nanny.A strong, lonely man is suddenly placed in charge of a group of kids. He’s got no experience with children whatsoever. Usually, these kids are eccentric, and the man is a softie inside, and it’s oddly satisfying to see innocent love melt down a cold, wounded heart.I feel this movie trope neutralizes the toxic masculinity that’s often unnecessarily associated with a man with brute strength. Also, what’s cuter than a full-grown man goofing around with children?2. Cop/Hero with a Sidekick DogWhy is man’s best friend suddenly missing from movies? I mean, they only get roles as extras in most films nowadays. From horror to drama, dogs have been reduced to house pets that either get killed in the first 10 minutes...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Thursday, 22 January