Wednesday, April 30, 2008

In Character

Hannibal Lector: Many see this character as an abrupt cannibalisitic serial killer however he is much more than that. Both sopshisticated and witty, Dr. Lector carefully chooses his victims, and shows those whom he has no interest in the respect and dignity a human being deserves. This is peculiar because unlike the typical serial killer, he shows a sense of maturity and respect. He has had an impact on our society as a die hard cannibal who needs to be locked up forever. I feel he is greatly misunderstood due to his great intelligence and how he carefully chooses his victims. The only one who truly understands him is Clarice, who he shares a special police officer-serial killer relationship.
Eric Cartman: Eric Cartman is the epiphany of a foul-mouthed troublesome youth. He is so corrupt it provides entertainment for many and is ranked in the top ten cartoon characters created. I find Cartman hilarious, however many find his behavior absolutely apalling. Part of his appeal is knowing that he offends so many people. I think this makes him even more funny because he provokes such diverse reactions. In my opinion much of society sees him exactly as what he truly is, an annoying corrupt child. He is constantly behind some evil in the city of south park and acts as the demonic one of all his peers. He is hands down the non-conformer and his attitude will never change, no matter the reaction he gets.
A character that has appealed to me in the past is Connor Mcnamon from the Boondock Saints. He is like my other two characters, a non-conformer in which he goes around killing all the Russian mob bosses scattered throughout Boston. Him and his brother Murphy, two die hard irish saints residing in Boston are on a mission. They fight evil by brutally murdering all the negative figures in their surrounding area. Having their best friend killed by a man, they track him down at his trial and put three gun barrels to the back of his head in front of a courthouse full of people and do the final deed. After that they make a vow to rid the city of each and every negativity. I feel that there are many mixed feelings on these characters based on the work they do. Although they constantly kill, it is almost for good. They rid the streets of those who claim the lives of hundreds and fight the drug and mob war. Depending on ones political views, they may have a skewed perception of these brothers.

1 comment:

Devin said...

I agree with your ideas about hannibal the cannibal, he is really f'd up.