Dramatic Structure

Movie: Dumbo

Setting: circus
Conflict: everyone made fun of him because of his large ears, and he was also separated from his mother
Inciting Moment: when he was separated from his mother
Protagonist: Dumbo
Antagonist: circus workers & owners

Rising Action: First, Dumbo is delivered to his mom, Jumbo, by the stork. Then, the other elephants begin to tease Dumbo about his large ears. Jumbo, is mistakenly taken for as a mad elephant, in an attempt to defend her newborn son. Dumbo, with his large ears, is exploited by the circus workers, and is forced to entertain and be made fun of for his appearance. Luckily, Dumbo's friend, Timothy Q. Mouse helps him through his problems. Together, they drink an alcoholic bevergae one night and wake up to find themselves in a tree...

Climax: When Dumbo and Timothy are in the tree and fly away by using Dumbo's ears.

Falling Action: Dumbo and Timothy in the air flying.

Resolution: Dumbo is reunited with his mom, Jumbo, and they get to be together with Timothy.