Helene Kourouma
Professor Alwine
English 1302-2301
April 17, 2017
Heroes at the Zombies Films
Heroes have always played an important part in films but what does it take to be a true hero? A hero Is someone who fights the inevitable and hard times to do good for the well-being of another person. Zombie films is a perfect example which shows many of the main qualities which defines the true meaning of the word hero. in the zombie films, there are always three types of heroes that make the movie full of Tension and Suspense and these heroes are; the anti, tragic and the epic and the heroes in which the characters who display hero-like qualities; like: Rick Grimes in the (The walking dead) Carol Peletier , Ben (from night of the living death). …show more content…
How come we relate to characters that perform actions that, if done in real life, would cause us to see them in a whole different light? A real true hero is not scared of death , but instead risks all that he is for what he believes to be right, moral, and just. an epic tells the story of a legendary hero, conquering all obstacles as if he was immortal, there is no doubt that the popularity of the Epic-hero as we know it has increased in recent times. With unlikely, yet popular protagonists like Rick Grimes (from the walking death) who is leading one of the most popular TV show now. However, Heroes all share the characteristic of their willingness to die in their effort to accomplish their heroic act, Rick Grimes, is a seemingly strong individual, both mentally and physically. He is the leader of his group fighting the zombie apocalypse and he is very tactical when making decisions that may change the lives of those who live with him. When the tragedy of death occurs, he finds ways to …show more content…
The character is often confused or conflicted with ambiguous morals, or character defects and eccentricities, and lacks courage, honesty, or grace. The antihero can be tough yet sympathetic or display vulnerable and weak traits. Specifically, the antihero often functions outside the mainstream and challenges it. Carol Peletier is the main character and a survivor in the walking dead She is introverted and soft-spoken, though often meek, and defenseless, particularly when it comes to facing her abusive husband. She remains fiercely protective over her daughter, attempting to shield her from the various dangers of their surroundings. Carol is not afraid to take matters into her own hands and is shown to be prepared to kill anyone whom she views as a threat. She is also a brilliant liar, as she can convince the entire town of Alexandria that she is a meek, incompetent old lady to mask her much savvier and skeptical personality. She still retains her sanity and her emotions of sympathy, but Carol will always take the logical route at any cost. Carol is occasionally shown to be extremely cold and cruel. In many anti-hero movies, the crimes committed in the film are shown in such a way that makes them look justified. For example, in the walking dead show, Carol obtains a pro-active stance when she secretly kills two sick members of the
Professor Alwine
English 1302-2301
April 17, 2017
Heroes at the Zombies Films
Heroes have always played an important part in films but what does it take to be a true hero? A hero Is someone who fights the inevitable and hard times to do good for the well-being of another person. Zombie films is a perfect example which shows many of the main qualities which defines the true meaning of the word hero. in the zombie films, there are always three types of heroes that make the movie full of Tension and Suspense and these heroes are; the anti, tragic and the epic and the heroes in which the characters who display hero-like qualities; like: Rick Grimes in the (The walking dead) Carol Peletier , Ben (from night of the living death). …show more content…
How come we relate to characters that perform actions that, if done in real life, would cause us to see them in a whole different light? A real true hero is not scared of death , but instead risks all that he is for what he believes to be right, moral, and just. an epic tells the story of a legendary hero, conquering all obstacles as if he was immortal, there is no doubt that the popularity of the Epic-hero as we know it has increased in recent times. With unlikely, yet popular protagonists like Rick Grimes (from the walking death) who is leading one of the most popular TV show now. However, Heroes all share the characteristic of their willingness to die in their effort to accomplish their heroic act, Rick Grimes, is a seemingly strong individual, both mentally and physically. He is the leader of his group fighting the zombie apocalypse and he is very tactical when making decisions that may change the lives of those who live with him. When the tragedy of death occurs, he finds ways to …show more content…
The character is often confused or conflicted with ambiguous morals, or character defects and eccentricities, and lacks courage, honesty, or grace. The antihero can be tough yet sympathetic or display vulnerable and weak traits. Specifically, the antihero often functions outside the mainstream and challenges it. Carol Peletier is the main character and a survivor in the walking dead She is introverted and soft-spoken, though often meek, and defenseless, particularly when it comes to facing her abusive husband. She remains fiercely protective over her daughter, attempting to shield her from the various dangers of their surroundings. Carol is not afraid to take matters into her own hands and is shown to be prepared to kill anyone whom she views as a threat. She is also a brilliant liar, as she can convince the entire town of Alexandria that she is a meek, incompetent old lady to mask her much savvier and skeptical personality. She still retains her sanity and her emotions of sympathy, but Carol will always take the logical route at any cost. Carol is occasionally shown to be extremely cold and cruel. In many anti-hero movies, the crimes committed in the film are shown in such a way that makes them look justified. For example, in the walking dead show, Carol obtains a pro-active stance when she secretly kills two sick members of the