Seduction

Nazi cinema provides a uniquely revealing case study of the calculated use of art and culture as an instrument of seduction aimed at all of those who had yet to be won over (Vaget, 2015). The film was an essential part of the Nazi enterprise, its colonization of the entertainment medium. It was here that Goebbels himself held most sway. Goebbels recognized that the propaganda…

“Christianity doesn't make sense without sin.” says William Kilpatrick in his book Psychological Seduction. Sin is one of the major keys to being a Christian, or in the history of the faith itself. If there was never any sin, then there would not have been any reason for a savior to come and rescue the people of Yahweh. If there was never any sin, would there even be a need for Christianity? Even during the beginning there was sin. The very first creation sinned not long after their creation.…

In my research essay I will focus on the story titled “Macbeth”.” Macbeth” Is a story that was originally written by well-known author William Shakespeare, the story “Macbeth” was written in 1606. In all of Shakespeare’s stories there is love and relationships. Just like another Shakespeare story “Hamlet” love was something that played a huge influence on the leading character. In the story the leading characters Macbeth and Lady Macbeth to me are exactly like actors Woody Harrelson and Juliette…

desires as a fluid or queer sexuality, Penny Dreadful preserved the non-stereotypical nature of queer. The shows’ most notable queer character is Dorian Gray. In Wilde’s novel, Dorian Grey is a handsome and charming socialite, whose powers of seduction transcend all forms of gender and sexuality. He has sexual relations with Brona and Vanessa, as well as Ethan, a leading male character. In the absence of the women, Dorian and Ethan enjoy an evening of underground absinthe drinking and fighting…

So much to talk about with the fifth season primer of GoT: we see Cersei as a child (she hasn’t changed much), Tyrion split for Pentos and the voyage wasn’t what he’s accustomed to, ruling Meereen is hard for Daenerys, and Jon has deal with two kings over at the wall. We get our first flashback of the series and it turns out little Cersei is just as bratty and entitled as big Cersei. Little Cersei and her BFF are tramping through the wet woods of Casterly Rock to find Maggy the Frog – a sexy…

From Adam to Abraham to Isaac and Jacob, the Tanakh is full of male’s who have played key roles within not only the primary formation of Judaism but within the very history of the Jewish people. These individuals while being flawed are mostly are written as being brave, loyal, God fearing, wise and chosen by God himself. However, where does that leave the woman within the Holy Scriptures? How are they portrayed and characterized within these stories? I focus on three women (Eve, Sarah and…

The play Macbeth, written by William Shakespeare and performed by the SMU students, was a truly remarkable work of art. The quality of the play was overall amazing, including a very original and innovative stage (especially the images displayed from a projector), great lighting, effective blocking (including very believable fighting scenes), and most importantly, a truly impressive cast. All of the actors on the play were very professional, something that was evident in their tone of voice,…

People are unaware to the way mental disorders affect our society today. Many hours are spent by different psychiatrists and psychologist in search of solutions to mental health illnesses. It cost hundreds of thousands of dollars to conduct research in this area. But the question is, are mental health illnesses overlooked in society? And if not, are mental health disorders overly diagnosed ? The answer would be that, yes, mental illnesses are overlooked. And no, mental illnesses are not…

Power is the defining force in The Epic of Gilgamesh, but power comes in varying forms. In this essay, I will discuss the emphasis of power, how power is obtained, and the distinction of power in male and female characters and through this, it’s evident male power dominates due to Gilgamesh’s power as a king and his ability to defeat a god. The importance of power is what drives the tale of Gilgamesh. His desire for control over the people outside and within his country leads Gilgamesh on his…

In “Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been,” the protagonist, Connie, fails to resist temptation of her secret sexual desire. Throughout the story Connie wants to develop her sexual curiosities. Her inability to look past her beauty, her family life, and her sexual curiosities ultimately contributes to her final decision and tragic end, epitomizing both Structuralism and Phenomenology criticism theory. The story opens with Oates introducing the protagonist, Connie who is, “fifteen and [has…