Epic 

Epic is defined in Encyklopedia Britannica as "a long narrative poem recounting heroic deeds. The term has also been loosely used to describe novels. In literary usage, the term encompasses both oral and written compositions.  An epic may deal with such various subjects as myths, heroic legends, histories, edifying religious tales, animal stories, or philosophical or moral theories" ("Epic"). 

"The prime example of the oral epic is Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey" ("Epic").

Another example of epic, which was written in Old English is Beowulf.

Features of epic can also be found in The Lord of the Rings high-fantasy novel. 

Cinema's firt epic might be considered the Italien movie Cabiria (1914). 

Workds Cited: 

"Epic" Encyklopedia Britannica, Encyklopedia Britannica, Inc., 10 Apr. 2017, https://www.britannica.com/art/epic/Verbal-formulas.

"Mastersoffantasy", Exploring the Wonders of Epic Fantasy Worlds.org, 13 Oct 2024, https://www.mastersoffantasy.com/fantasy-genre/epic-fantasy/".

 author of the page: Pavel Chudík, 563725