Comparing Frankenstein And Ridley Scott's 'Frankenstein And Blade Runner'

Scientific advancements push the realms of nature hindering the purity of our humanity. Both texts; ‘Frankenstein’ written by Mary Shelley and ‘ Blade runner (directors cut)’ directed by Ridley Scott examine what it is to be human and force us to question has science gone to far?. Through a comparative study, it is apparent that context has heavily affected their form and values which then are able to represent ideas that continue to resonate through time. Shelly’s epistolary novel and Scotts dystopian science fiction film are both common forms of their day, and best reflect their contextual issues.

Humanit’s ignorance can ultimately blur our perception of what it is to be human and distort the values that we should be upholding. Shelleys characterization of the monster highlights our flaws within society allowing the responder to connect emotionally with Victors creation. In volume 2 chapter 3, the monster describes his encounters with people and expresses humanity to be malevolent, sinister beings. ‘Some fled, some attacked me, until, grievously bruised my stoned … took refuge in a low hovel.’ Post experience, the creation discovers emotions of love, compassion and benevolence for the De Lacey family. He displays far more humane qualities than those of his creator and desperately yearns for inclusion among society. His longing to feel accepted only results in another brutal assault, leaving the monster vulnerable and despondent. It is humanities inhumanity to man that turned the creation into a monster. Shelley has characterized the creation this way to comment on the harsh treatment of those who are different within society whilst conveying the values which humanity should be upholding.

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...er supporting the environmentalist movement of that time. The music of Vangelis, composed of dark, melodic synthesizers is used to mirror the attitudes of film noir whilst creating a futuristic sensation for the viewer. In the scene which creation meets its creator, Tyrell’s thickened glasses both physically and metaphorically represent his myopic vision. They display his physical inferiority when contrasted to his creations physical ability.‘ I’m afraid that’s a little out of my jurisdiction’ conveys Tyrell’s sudden doubt over his god like status. His glasses metaphorically represent his short sightedness towards the consequences his actions have on the natural environment an humanity. Ridley Scott has portrayed the landscape as he does to contrast the two texts and suggest that this industrialized society is our future if we continue to destroy our environment.