Everything you ever wanted to know about The Green Knight can be summarized in one symbol.
A24’s The Green Knight is a story that is deeply layered with pagan tales, Christian poems, and the ever-constant battle of man versus nature. There is a lot of meaning behind this Arthurian lore that leaves us a bit confused about what is really happening, and, like any great film, it is easy to misinterpret the details of the story.
Trying to figure out the meaning of every detail in The Green Knight is a challenge, but there are some details we have to talk about that will change the way you watch the film.
StoryDive was able to break down the historical and cultural meaning behind the pentangle, the five-pointed star, and how it plays into the larger theme in The Green Knight. Check out his full breakdown of the film below.
Author: Alyssa Miller
This article comes from No Film School and can be read on the original site.
