The hero's journey is a treacherous journey and not for the faint of heart. It takes courage, strength and diligence to become master of two worlds: the known one and the unknown one. Through the hero's journey, the chosen man/or woman must discover themselves in ways they never imagined. This experience may be divine or educational, but for George Bailey this journey would provide him with an added sense of self and the love of the community around him. The film, It's a Wonderful Life, illustrates the hero's journey through the life of George Bailey. . In the starting phase, George finds himself crossing the threshold into an unknown world in hopes of finding his true purpose and going out to see the world. George is constantly put in the shadow of his father and brother, even though their success is due to his unacknowledged work. His call to adventure begins with his father asking George to take over the family business of Building and Loan. Rejecting the call reflects George's deepest desire to see the world and make a name for himself...