Examples Of Dystopia In The Hunger Games
Introduction:
The word Panem comes from the Latin expression “Panem et Circenses” which translates into “bread and circuses.” Bread and circuses is term use by ancient romans for describing an act of distracting the population of the real problem through entertainment. The most recognisable is gladiators. Doesn’t this sound familiar? yes, you’re right. The film, ‘The Hunger Games’ is based on the expression “bread and circuses” Today, I’m going to prove that Panem, is a dystopian society.
First point:
Through viewing ‘The Hunger Games’, it is evident that the food supplies are insufficient. The 12 districts have fallen to poverty after the rebellion acts initiated by district 13. As a result of that act, president snow believes that he is only punishing the other districts for what happened. He is abusing his authority and power, believing that the acts he conducts on the districts just symbolises what happened in the past. Each district is designated products to produce for the capitol, which ultimately means that there is nothing left for the civilians of these districts. It was clear that food …show more content…
President Snow is a ruthless and cruel leader, who is the main antagonist of the film. Through viewing the film, it was evident that the districts have no voice in any matter. President Snow is accountable for the rebellion behaviour of the population. He decides how people live their lives, he decides the punishments, and he is far superior to the rest. This act causes a ripple effect, the people of panem live in constant fear, having no ability to speak their mind as it would result in devastating consequences. The civilians have been brainwashed into believing that the acts being conducted by president snow, is for the better good and is revolutionising a new way of living. President Snow has used propaganda into luring the weak minded, deceiving them into believing false hope of a new
The word Panem comes from the Latin expression “Panem et Circenses” which translates into “bread and circuses.” Bread and circuses is term use by ancient romans for describing an act of distracting the population of the real problem through entertainment. The most recognisable is gladiators. Doesn’t this sound familiar? yes, you’re right. The film, ‘The Hunger Games’ is based on the expression “bread and circuses” Today, I’m going to prove that Panem, is a dystopian society.
First point:
Through viewing ‘The Hunger Games’, it is evident that the food supplies are insufficient. The 12 districts have fallen to poverty after the rebellion acts initiated by district 13. As a result of that act, president snow believes that he is only punishing the other districts for what happened. He is abusing his authority and power, believing that the acts he conducts on the districts just symbolises what happened in the past. Each district is designated products to produce for the capitol, which ultimately means that there is nothing left for the civilians of these districts. It was clear that food …show more content…
President Snow is a ruthless and cruel leader, who is the main antagonist of the film. Through viewing the film, it was evident that the districts have no voice in any matter. President Snow is accountable for the rebellion behaviour of the population. He decides how people live their lives, he decides the punishments, and he is far superior to the rest. This act causes a ripple effect, the people of panem live in constant fear, having no ability to speak their mind as it would result in devastating consequences. The civilians have been brainwashed into believing that the acts being conducted by president snow, is for the better good and is revolutionising a new way of living. President Snow has used propaganda into luring the weak minded, deceiving them into believing false hope of a new