Epic poetry

:For other meanings of epic, see epic (disambiguation).

Epic non-poetry

By extension, the word "epic" is used in reference to any fictional work that follows the broad stylistic and thematic conventions of epic poetry, namely high language, historical or pseudo-historical settings, and hero-worship. Examples of non-poetic epics are Beau Geste, The Great Indian Novel and Star Wars.

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Fictional - Beau Geste - The Great Indian Novel - Star Wars

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Films related to historical events or involving historic figures such as Gandhi, Lawrence of Arabia or Schindler's List are often given the label of "epic" in pop culture. Of course, this label is a misnomer as they are not epics by definition.

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Gandhi - Lawrence of Arabia - Schindler's List

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