redemption arc
[rɪˈdɛmpʃən ɑrk]
nounpl: redemption arcs
arco de redenção
1. A narrative pattern in storytelling where a character who was previously flawed, morally wrong, or antagonistic undergoes a significant transformation and gradually becomes virtuous or heroic
The villain's redemption arc was one of the most compelling aspects of the series, showing how he changed from a ruthless antagonist to a sympathetic hero.
O arco de redenção do vilão foi um dos aspectos mais convincentes da série, mostrando como ele se transformou de um antagonista impiedoso em um herói simpático.
2. A character development journey that involves atonement for past wrongs and moral improvement over time
Fans were skeptical about the character's redemption arc, but the writers executed it perfectly.
Os fãs eram céticos quanto ao arco de redenção do personagem, mas os roteiristas o executaram perfeitamente.
This term is primarily used in English-speaking entertainment and literary criticism. In Brazil, 'arco de redenção' has become increasingly popular with the growth of TV series consumption and anime culture. The concept is central to many American and Western narratives, reflecting cultural values around second chances and personal transformation. It's particularly prominent in discussion of superhero movies, prestige television, and anime, where character development is heavily analyzed by fans.
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