Frankenstein and Blade Runner
Frankenstein and Blade Runner
Frankenstein and Blade Runner
It is evident that both texts are very effective in examining the values, concerns
and tensions of their time. They are able to communicate similar concerns of
their respective societies that serves as a warning and challenge the audience to
doubt the impacts of flaws exposed in each text. Shelley's 'Frankenstein' explores
the dehumanisation of Victor through the creation of the creature and its
interaction with humans within this flawed society. In 'Bladerunner', Scott too
presents replicants who are victims of the destructive repercussions of human
ambition. Both texts, explores the consequences of man playing god, tampering
with nature and causing irreparable damage to nature. Through the comparison
of these texts, it is stimulating to examine the complex influences of contexts,
allowing audiences to reflect deeply on the concerns raised within each text.