Sunday, October 30, 2011

Heroes









               In this short clip created by some youtube user, Heroes'  main theme is very clear. The show's creator is definitely attempting to warn the audience of the inequality that may be present in the future. In the show, several human beings have been granted special powers at a seemingly random choice. These individuals use their powers as seen fit and usually the use them for the greater good. These people soon become segregated by humanity, even though they've saved the world on several occasions.   Humans do this simply because they're scared of these people because they're different. The creator is showing that in the future, we'll have to watch out for injustice. People will likely segregate others simply out of fear of the unknown. This could come in the form of flying humans or even someone of a different ethnicity.
                The choice of language is really what gets this message across. The cheerleader use a powerful phrase saying "You made everyone afraid of us". Also the choice of words range from describing the world as a dark place to genocide. The author also uses powerful imagery such as the policeman betraying a man and shooting him in the chest. When these things combine with the dark tone of the trailer, one gets a very dim portrayal of is to come if humans don't learn to become more accepting.

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