David's Godfather Blog: Week 5:Archetypes

In relation to the Golden Spruce, it could be said that Grant Hadwin was a hero. This archetype is described as someone who's life is a series of well-marked adventures and endures hardship, even risk his life for the good of all. Hadwin was hero because he cut down a the Golden Spruce. This doing was heroic because it helped the Haida people focus less on a tree, but more on life. This is important because it shows how a hero can stand up for what he or she believes in, even if it may result in death. This is the same for Michael in the Godfather. He continues to lead the family business which in the end will cost him his life.