Divergent is a dystopia Science fiction and the first episode in a series of novels written by author Veronica Roth; it effectively and sufficiently records the life of the protagonist Beatrice, who lives in a futuristic world where her society is categorised into five factions “each contributing to a different sector of society.” (P.43). Subsequently, everyone in her society has a specialised function and knows where he or she belongs, except for her. The novel was published by Harper Collins in 2011 and relinquished in 2014. Neil Burger was the director who acquired Veronica’s work and modified it to the film. However, as in this circumstance with many film edition, while the story remains the same, some of the violence, threats and vulnerability …show more content…
During the scene, Beatrice gets to choose; if she doesn’t get to choose, she will be factionless. To live factionless isn’t just to live in poverty and discomfort; it is to live divorced from society, separated from the most significant thing in life: community. In the novel, “the room is arranged in concentric circles.” (P.39). Furthermore, in the novel, “they are arranged in five sections, according to faction.” (P.40). Because of this arrangement, it bestows an extensive demonstration to the bibliophiles that the factions are bonded together and are living in prodigious conformity and tranquillity. Similarly, the factions are also arranged in five sections, according to factions in the film. Nevertheless, the difference in the film instigates due to the amphitheatre arrangement of the factions as Burger cinematised during the plot scene. This shows the cinephiles that the factions aren’t living in conformity and tranquillity. Subsequently, even though the factions were congregated in five sections in both novel and film, it can be culminated that the arrangement was accomplished to a superior thoroughness in the novel when the Protagonist must choose a …show more content…
However, the director changes some of the work of Veronica Roth when the protagonist and her dad was heading to the Choosing Ceremony building where she will decide for the rest of her life. In the novel, Andrew was portrayed as compliant, selfless, dedicated and submissive to their faction Abnegation where the protagonist Beatrice, was born into. The director used Beatrice’s internal monologue to show how selfless her father is “the elevator is crowded, so my father volunteers to give a cluster of Amity our place. We climb the stairs instead following him unquestioningly.” (P.40). As a result, this symbolises an act of determination, commitment and resilience that Andrew demonstrated to survive in Abnegation life. This allows the readers to empathise more as to whether Beatrice will abandon Abnegation or choose a different faction. In the novel, Bibliophiles are made vigilant of Andrew’s selflessness acts through a series of scenes straddling the novel, not just in the Choosing Ceremony scene. Notwithstanding, the difference in the film results when Burger hasn’t shown Andrew giving a Cluster of Amity the elevator. Therefore, this demonstration shows the cinephiles that Andrew isn’t valuing selflessness to the point of forgetting themselves for the sake of
2. According to Sobchack, contemporary screen violence greatly differs than portrayals of violence in years past. Today, violent scenes are careless and lack significance because we as audiences have become calloused and desensitized to any acts of violence. She states that there is “no grace or benediction attached to violence. Indeed, its very intensity seems diminished” (Sobchack 432). Senseless violence, gruesome acts, and profound amounts of gore are prevalent in movies today, and because even this is not enough, it must be accompanied by loud blasts and noise, constantly moving scenes to keep audiences stimulated and large quantities of violence for viewers to enjoy what they are watching. Decades ago, it was the story that was engaging to audiences and filmmaking was an art.
Today we have several dystopian novels out, such as; Divergent and The Hunger Games. While we know all the different societies we still have trouble trying to decide which one we believe the most, which one is the most realistic. There is older novels that most people really haven’t even heard of, like Fahrenheit 451. In Divergent and Fahrenheit 451 we were showed both authors visions of our future and how it compares to our modern day. There are so many ways that these two novels are alike, through characters, authors, and the time difference, but I believe that Fahrenheit 451 is a better overall view of our world today.
The film and writing industry go hand in hand, as they often inspire one another. As a result, the translation of many novels into movie format and vice versa vary in success. For instance, many people prefer the film format over the novel since it is usually less time consuming and requires less active participation. However, films tend to overlook significant details which assist the viewer's understanding of the story. Therefore, the two separate forms of media have too many differences to portray the same work of fiction accurately, as they both have their pros and cons that appeal to different types of stories and plots. Numerous changes in the movie adaptation of the novel, A Separate Peace by John Knowles, affected the viewer’s interpretation
Much Ado About Nothing is a tale of two very different relationships. The relationship between Beatrice, the niece of the Governor of Messina and Benedick, a close friend of the Nobleman Don Pedro and that of a young soldier called Claudio and The Governor’s young and beautiful daughter Hero.
They choose to take a different path than the one that society feels they should take. At the conclusion of both plays, the concept of choice and free-will is applied to both characters. Katharina chooses to do what her husband asks her to do, while Beatrice chooses to marry Benedick. It is very important to note this when comparing the two characters.
film and novel not all characters that are introduced are in both the novel and film. The
Throughout 1984 and Divergent, conformity and obedience force the characters to go to great lengths in order to follow the basics and rules of the government. Throughout Orwell’s 1984, the individuals of the society hang onto every word, law, and thought of Big Brother. The citizens focus primarily on the Ministries and Party, not forming connections or relationships with others. Each member of a party have certain jobs and clothing assigned to them, separating them for others to easily detect. The same concept lies within the factions of Divergent. Each faction has a different job, and different colors to wear in order to display their role in society. The leaders of each Faction also hold the phrase “faction before blood,” depicting the same messege Big Brother enforces in 1984. Both governments want the individuals to stay within their parties, and do the jobs assigned to them. However, both novels include characters refusing to conform and obey to government rules. In 1984, Winston Smith resents Big Brother, using his knowledge from the Minitrue to reveal the lies the government spreads. Because of the disatisfaction Winston shows towards his government, O’Brien follows him, tortures him, and brainwashes him into conforming like the others. In Divergent, the government leaders label Beatrice Prior as a “divergent,” or one who possesses more than one
In conclusion, details involving the characters and symbolic meanings to objects are the factors that make the novel better than the movie. Leaving out aspects of the novel limits the viewer’s appreciation for the story. One may favor the film over the novel or vice versa, but that person will not overlook the intense work that went into the making of both. The film and novel have their similarities and differences, but both effectively communicate their meaning to the public.
The plot in the film is very similar to the book but in parts, especially towards the end, the plot is slightly different to the film. The plot is varied in the film to show
Veronica Roth’s Divergent book series was a monumental hit for teenaged and young adult audiences across the nation, and the development of the film adaptation for the book followed soon after. The story revolves around Beatrice Prior, a teenaged girl who lives in a futuristic version of Chicago. In her society, there are five main groups, or factions, in which a person must fit into. When the person reaches a certain age, they must choose and commit to one of these groups for the rest of their lives. However, if someone happens to fit into more than one of these societal groups, they are considered Divergent.
Divergent is set in a futuristic Chicago were everyone is separated into 5 sections of Chicago. Throughout the story the characters take trips to the Ferris Wheel of Navy Prier, the Hancock building, the Willis (formally Sears) Tower, and Millennium Park.
Shakespeare’s play ‘Much Ado about Nothing’ has two main female characters, Beatrice and Hero, who are cousins. Both appear to be completely different in the beginning of the play but, as things progress and their characters develop, there are also some very obvious similarities between them. Hero and Beatrice have a very close relationship; they are best friends. Leonato is Hero’s father but Beatrice has no parents, which gives her greater freedom. Where Hero is polite, quiet, respectful and gentle, Beatrice is feisty, cynical, witty, and sharp.
The Thriller was so fascinating and intriguing that everyone who saw it couldn’t wait for it to be released. However, after the movie was released, some people loved it and others questioned and criticized it. Though, it all too opportune that the film version of the wildly popular adolescent adult novel struggles remotely to assert itself as it seeks to appeal to the wildest possible audience. The movie “Divergent” is all about identifying yourself, curious about who you are and how you fit into different groups as you emerge from being a teenager to an adult.
The author’s writing about identity, for instance when Coleman hides his secret that he is from a black family and changes his identity into Jewish, makes each reader ask questions about their own identities and the elements that affect the recreation of the identities. Coleman explains to his mother that he is leaving his family and he plans to marry a white woman. When Coleman refuses his mother, because she is black, the author has made one of the most hurting scenes in all his work.... ... middle of paper ...
The clearest and most significant difference between the original novel and the animated movie lies in the fact that the latter specifically focuses on ‘war’, whereas the