One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest Character Analysis Essay

Chief Bromden is the narrator of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest. He is a tall Native American who use to work then thrown into a mental institution. In the book, he explained about what he was witnessing and his story from the past. The Chief was known to be “deaf and dumb” and everyone was fooled by his great acting. Although he might look big and strong, he thought he wasn’t nothing more then that. Being deaf and dumb was his way to protect himself. It was a kind of manipulation to stay away and to not cause trouble. He portait himself, as well as others, as puppets. Going on stage, doing what they are suppose to do. Nurse Ratched and the doctor seem like the ventriloquist throughout the show, but little did they know they were the puppets …show more content…
It has helped him being protective and cautious and to keep out of trouble. Years sweeping in silence and listening to conversations has made him open his eyes and ears. Listening to things when he doesn’t and letting others push him around as he allows them.. According to enotes.com, “Chief Bromden believes he is acting upon how he is treated by society, as represented through this memory of how the white men treated him.”(enotes). The Chief explained many stories about his past, usually how many white men were really acting racist towards his father and him because of physical features. His past made him what he is now, to play along with the other puppets and see how they are doing with the strings tied up to their hands. Although, he may be play along with, but he had the control. As soon as McMurphy came along on stage, the Chief was caught of guard. He eavesdropped and took note of every little thing McMurphy had said and done. He knew McMurphy was different and clever. Unlike The Chief, McMurphy was very obnoxious to the staff, but very careful what he was saying. Knowing if he said too much then there will be some consequences. He spoke what was on his mind and cared with all his might. McMurphy went along and played with the puppets as well. On page 24 in the book, McMurphy greeted The Chief with a handshake. Chief said he thought his cover was blown because …show more content…
With his history of the acid test and going to parties, I don’t think his perspective of society towards the book isn’t as accurate. Kesey had different perspective about each character in the book and giving them different roles. A role he believes fits right to what his thoughts society could be. Kesey volunteered to participate in the Acid Test or the LSD. According to cliffsnotes.com, “Kesey believed that the perception-altering LSD (in contrast to the actual hallucinogenic qualities of mescaline and psilocybin) was a tool useful for transcending rational consciousness and attaining a higher level of consciousness.” He believes people should try different things to get a new perspective of society. To come out of their comfort zone. I do and don’t agree with Kesey on this one. I do believe people should come out of there comfort zone, but in the way it will turn or get them in