Desenvolvimento de liderança: uma análise das manifestações de liderança no filme “Homem de ferro”

Abstract

The present study aims to examine the different manifestations of organizational leadership portrayed in the film Iron Man, the work selected for analysis, which constitutes the main objective of this research. To achieve this, three specific objectives were established: a) to identify the main leadership styles employed throughout the film, relating them to leadership theories; b) to analyze how the protagonist’s leadership style influenced his personal growth and professional development; and c) to describe the experiences lived by the characters that shaped and transformed their leadership styles. As methodology, a qualitative approach was adopted, along with a bibliographical review for theoretical support. This is a descriptive study that uses film analysis as an instrument for observation and interpretation, enabling an understanding of how leadership styles and behaviors are manifested within the cinematic narrative. Considering that the film is a fictional work without direct correspondence to reality, its interpretation assumes a metaphorical character, in which scenes are examined symbolically to identify the different leadership styles and practices addressed throughout the study. The analysis revealed the presence of various leadership styles: autocratic, transformational, servant, and situational, expressed in the actions of characters such as Tony Stark, Pepper Potts, and Obadiah Stane, demonstrating how ethical, emotional, and contextual factors influence leaders’ behavior. It was observed that Stark’s evolution is marked by experiences of crisis and reflection that redirect his practices and values, impacting both his professional conduct and interpersonal relationships. Furthermore, leadership was shown to be a dynamic process shaped by individual experiences, challenges, and decisions.Throughout the analysis, the protagonist’s transition between different leadership styles becomes evident, illustrating how personal experiences, crises, and ethical dilemmas deeply influence his way of guiding people and managing the organization. Leadership styles embodied by Pepper Potts and Obadiah Stane were also observed, contributing to an understanding of the different forms of influence and direction present in the narrative. It is expected that this study reinforces film analysis as a relevant methodological tool in the field of Administration.