Thesis topic
I would like to explore the connection between the show Breaking Bad and the book Catcher in the Rye and possibly relate the decisions the two main characters make and the personalities.
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Topic: Chaos theory, alternate timelines, and lack of free will; using "Slaughterhouse V" (novel) and Mr. Nobody (film) Focus A: Every single single choice we make in life results in a different set of future events than if we had chosen the other option. Sometimes these differences are minor and other times they are substantial. Where do these separate sets of events go once we have made our choice? Alternate timelines contain each possible universe that stem from each choice we make, and branch off into multitudes. The law of entropy states that the universe errs towards chaos and randomness-- no set of events is better or worse than another, just different-- and gets bigger with each passing moment. Chaos theory and the butterfly effect both express the ability of seemingly minor events to have a major impact on the future, so how does one navigate life knowing that these exist? Mr. Nobody explains these theories in detail, and shows how different Nemo's life could...
This sounds like a great topic. Walter White and Holden Caulfield are both iconic characters, so looking at what makes people relate to them and empathize with them would be interesting.
ReplyDeleteI think an in depth focus on each character and then comparing the two would be an interesting way to approach it
ReplyDeleteI never would have thought of connecting these two texts, but it's interesting to consider the ways that both Holden and Walter White challenge societal norms and essentially "break bad." While Holden is driven so much by the death of his brother, Walter is driven by his own impending death (and cancer diagnosis). There will likely be plenty of criticism on "Catcher" and some of it may relate well to "Breaking Bad." Would you focus on the entire series of "Breaking Bad" or just one season? It's something to think about...I'm excited to work on this with you!
ReplyDeleteBeing a fan of both the show and the book I think this would be an interesting thesis. Making connections with these two characters might be difficult but I think overall you have a solid idea here Harry. Can't wait to see how it goes.
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