Themes Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Berkoff criticism
A
Critique of consumerism and the pressures to conform to societal norms as Gregor’s transformation could be seen as a metaphor for the dehumanising as aspects of consumer Society
2
Q
Gregor’s metamorphosis
A
Gregors change reflects the absurdity of existence and the unpredictable nature of life
3
Q
Kafkaesque atmosphere
A
Surreal and grotesque visual elements to create a atmosphere that reflects the bizarre and unsettling nature of the story
4
Q
Links to society
A
Allegory of disability with Gregor’s transformation representing a loss of identity and function and the families reaction highlighting the challenges faced by people with disabilities
