Djimon Hounsou

Forbidden planet can be seen as relating to many different types of workings but the one that stands out is The Tempest. The Tempest is a story of a man that is stranded on an island that uses his magical powers to gain control of his island. Even though The Tempest and Forbidden Planet portray the same lessons, plot, and even characters there are distinct differences. The main difference is that The Tempest uses magic and Forbidden Planet uses technology. However if you think about the Technology that is used in Forbidden Planet it is so far ahead of there time that they do not understand it, therefore it can be seen as magic as they have no way in explaining this technology. Dr. Morbius trying to figure out the technology throughout the movie is not the important part as it is just to entertain us, where as the lesson learned on how one must have self-control before he can use technology. The similarities and few differences between the novel and the movie led readers to believe that Forbidden planet is a loose interpretation of the novel The Tempest. In The Tempest the main character Prospero was banished from Milan and was put on an island where he is stranded with his daughter, Miranda. He is stranded on the island for twelve years and throughout the twelve years he is able to use his magical powers to gain control of the island. With control of this island he has a massive storm created by Ariel (one of his servants that is a spirit) to shipwreck his brother Antonio,…

When comparing The Lorax and Easter Island there are so many differences we could be here a while, but here are just three, First of all the Lorax is a fictional children’s book and Easter’s End is a professor and scholar written article. Second of all they had different motives. The Once-ler’s motive was money and greed the islander’s was their religion/Maui statues. Third of all is their use/consumption of all resources in the Lorax they had to relocate the animals or they would have died out…

The main dynamic that plays a major role in The Tempest is the desire for power. It is a tale of men searching for ways to murder the other in order to become the Duke of Milan. These power hungry individuals quickly drop all loyalty, and family ties in pursuit of the crown. The first to be betrayed is Prospero, as he and Miranda are sent out on a small raft into the ocean. This allowed his younger brother Antonio to become the ruler. Once Prospero and Miranda had safely arrived on the island,…

It is human nature to want power and to compete for it. William Shakespeare's final play "The Tempest" he writes about how Prospero, the duke of Milan gets overthrown by his brother Antonio. Antonio evicts Prospero and his daughter, Miranda out of Milan and into the raging ocean. This can show how the characters in Shakespeare's "The Tempest" struggle for power. In Shakespeare's play he uses conflict to demonstrate how "The Tempest" has a theme of struggle for power. In "The Tempest" conflict…

As humans, we all are full of different genealogies that may branch back to the American Indians, Pioneers, or even to the other six continents, however, it shouldn’t matter where we come from, as long as we have a purpose to do some good in the world. Our ancestors did just that. In “The Ghost of Ellis Island, More Than Just a Shrine,” by Mary Gordon, our author takes us on the physical and emotional journey that some of our ancestors went on to come to this country for a better life. By coming…

Katie McMane Professor Mark Williams English 380 14 December 2015 A Canonical Critique on the Literary Canon William Shakespeare’s The Tempest presents the theme of freedom vs confinement by testing the boundaries of a power-hungry protagonist. The play revolves around the events of an isolated group of individuals being led, held captive, and manipulated by the magic-wielding Prospero. This theme is taken a step further in the final scene of the play when Prospero implies that the characters…

human trafficking can be eradicated if governments and businesses are shown that economic trade can be accomplished without the use of slavery. Global advocacy groups such as Free the Slaves work with governments, businesses, and other organizations to bring awareness to the slavery problem and try to convince them to eliminate the illegal practice. Every country has passed a ban on slavery, yet it still exists. Labit 2 Enforcing the law is challenging because of the profitable nature of the…

That said, and while there are certain aspects to enjoy about the latest imagining of Tarzan in The Legend of Tarzan, it’s still painfully obvious that this jungle dweller should be left undisturbed for an extended amount of time. In The Legend of Tarzan, directed by David Yates (Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 & 2), Alexander Skarsgård stars as Tarzan/John Clayton III – who no longer resides in the jungle, but in his family’s wealthy estate with his wife, Jane Porter (Margot…

person has on themselves and others around them. Afrocentric views is very centered around everyone is equal and it takes a group of people to archive a goal. They believe the relationships between humans is the highest value in life. They also believe in the unity with themselves and nature. One word to describe Afrocentric is selfless. Eurocentric is somewhat of the complete opposite of Afrocentric. Eurocentric views are more towards one self’s growth and success. Eurocentric is towards…

has imitated art. Tell us about your experience with Wayward Pines. How did you get the role? What was your experience like filming it? I have been a massive fan of Wayward Pines since the first season. It was late, around 9pm when I got the call, and the audition came in, I already had three others I had to get done for that week, so I remember being kind of overwhelmed. When I read through the sides, I realized if I got it, it would mean that I would get a chance to work with Djimon…