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... 22, 2003
The problem of self versus captivity is a popular theme in literature. Its versatility comes from the elasticity of the subjective feeling of captivity. ... This conflict is one of several crucial themes running within The Metamorphosis, The Truman Show and Hedda Gabler. ... Such is the case in The Metamorphosis, by Franz Kafka. ... His captivity in the body of this bug, and his exclusion from the rest of his family and the world is an exterior reflection of his less tangible imprisonment. ...
Truman Burbank’s captivity is illustrated in an entirely different way. ... As an example, when Truman is sleeping we see Christoff watching him with tenderness and affection. Christoff sees himself as a father figure to Truman protecting him from the harsh realities of the external world. He tells Truman “you belong here with me (Christoff)” in their final confrontation. Truman’s captivity is physical in some ways such as his geographical isolation from the real world, but the freedom most often cherished, that of free will and self determination, is the very thing that is kept from him. Truman differs from Samsa in his solutions in that he has a desire to effect change in his life, and when he becomes aware of his captivity he is determined to be released from the will and mandate of others and have his own freedom.
Approximate Word count = 1066
Approximate Pages = 4.3
(250 words per page double spaced)
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