The world is going to hell. And so is dystopian fiction. Sometimes when the world is crumbling around us, we take comfort hiding away in a genre that's okay with blowing things up and starting over. The world of dystopian fiction is one of the souped-up cars, mohawks, hungry populations, and evil dictators. Inside these creations lies a greater metaphor about what it takes to survive. I love any opportunity we have to strip away the niceties on the surface and really get down to what it means to be human, so dystopian fiction is near and dear to my heart. Today I want to dissect this common genre in all its guzzoline-hoarding glory. We'll look at why it's so popular, define it, check out tropes and characteristics, and even look at some popular examples from some of our most memorable films and TV shows. Along the way, we'll escape cannibals, learn about the value of life, and take ourselves back to our basal instincts. Seem intense? Good. Only the strong will survive this one. Let's dive in. Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Monday, 8 March, 2021