Barthes codes:

Hermenutic/Enigma - Any element in a story that is not explained and leaves the audience wondering/ raising questions.

Proairetic/Action code - contains sequential elements of action which creates suspense.

Semantic code - The semantic code refers to hidden meanings, elements of this code are called semes which express their is an additional meaning to the literal meaning .

Symbolic code - This code shows contrast and creates greater meaning, as well as tension and drama. This code also shows character development.

Referential code - Anything that refers to external knowledge is known as the referential code. The external knowledge could be scientific, historical, cultural knowledge etc.