No modern day heroes can claim to have killed Grendel. Perhaps this is the root cause of why many turn to larger-than-life hero stories: to satisfy their psychological need for safety. One such story is that of Hercules, the iconic Greek warrior known for his superhuman strength. Despite being the son of the Greek god Zeus, every mortal can relate to his humble beginnings in Disney’s adaptation of Hercules’ story. Many seek the archetypal hero to find hope and consistency in a tumultuous and unpredictable world.
