1. Hero v. Anti-Hero: What’s the difference?

2. ID, EGO, SUPEREGO
Freudian psychology divides the psyche into three subconscious parts.
The id
Represents irrational carnal desire; runs on impulses and wants
The superego
driven by an individual's conscience and morality.
The ego
logical mediator between these two oftentimes conflicting parts of the mind.

3. Pop Culture References of these Psyches

4. Joseph Campbell’s Definition of Hero (Ego)
Willing to Sacrifice for other (self-sacrifice)
Hero Archetypes = Ego
Hero represents the ego’s search for identity
Becomes a complete, integrated human being through their journey
Hero is propelled by:
The desire to be loved and understood
To Succeed
Survive
Be Free
Right Wrongs

5. The Anti-Hero (ID) There are two types of Anti-Heros:
Hero qualities but are jaded and disillusioned (Rebel)
Batman
James Dean in Rebel without a Cause and East of Eden
Lizabeth Salander in Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
Tragic Hero: Flawed Heroes who never overcome their inner demons: ID
Whose actions may be deplorable, but the audience somehow sympathizes
They may be charming, they have admirable qualities, but the flaws win out
Dexter Morgan
Walter White
Scarlett O’Hara

6. Jay Gatsby: Hero or Anti-Hero?