Author Archives: Josh Ambrose
Moebius and Blade Runner
As discussed in class today, Scott’s movie was influenced by the artwork of Moebius. Read more of that story–and the short, but decidedly graphic novel The Long Tomorrow—here.
Week 5–are you supposed to be confused?
Richard argues that “Gibson is intentionally chaotic, complex, and ambiguous” and points toward specifics from the text as he continues mulls over the multiple locations and terms used in Neuromancer. Matt agrees, and hones in on the word ““Macau” as … Continue reading
Some highlights from the end of Frankenstein (Groups 4-8)
This past week, many were still chewing on who to blame for it all. If Milton’s Paradise Lost was about justifying the ways of God to men, the meta conclusions Shelley’s readers seem to reach re. the creation of the “wretch” … Continue reading
Comment on Transfer of Power by Josh Ambrose
Good thoughts! Btw, please remember to format your post according to web standards to include paragraphs (aka, hit the Enter key) to help your readers out.
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Week One Blogging Round Up: Groups 1-5
Blogging highlights GROUP 1: Shared my fascination with how quickly Frankenstein distances himself from his creation in the book. Obviously, the movies sustain a very different tension between the two characters–a much slower descent into horror, as it were. I’m interested to … Continue reading
Comment on Frankenstein: The Evolution by Josh Ambrose
I think you could do a whole semester on the history of adaptation of Frankenstein! For a few thoughts on the early 1931 film, see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frankenstein_(1931_film)#Difference_from_film_and_book
Note that the film was based more on … Continue reading
Comment on Victor’s Character Flaw by Josh Ambrose
So, do you find him a tragic hero? Likable but flawed? Or do you think he’s unsympathetic, almost villainous in his lack of responsibility? He certainly is a pitiable character in his sorrow, much of the time!
That said, will he really be a “scapegoat” if he was the one responsible for all of it? Continue reading
Comment on Appreciation vs. Ambition by Josh Ambrose
He’s definitely addicted! But once he creates the monster, don’t you think his response is a bit unlike a normal addict, in that his feelings aren’t mixed at all? I’m just amazed how quickly he hates his creation! That said, I agree that his relief at being free of his creation is a bit like someone who has just kicked the habit.
I’d love to find some more biographical criticism that touches on your observation. Did Shelley have much exposure to drugs/addiction? Continue reading
I, for one, would love to see a Frankenstein adapt…
I, for one, would love to see a Frankenstein adaptation that was relatively faithful to the source material! I do think you're right, btw–Frankenstein has more in common w/Terminator than it does with zombie flicks. I'm a bit confused why you … Continue reading
Comment on Questions of Genre by Josh Ambrose
So the newness factor of reanimation is what makes the work science fiction? What would you say to those who argue that is a single factor, emblematic of what Suvin dismisses as cheap literature? Do you think that Dr. J and Mr. H is sciencefiction?
Inc… Continue reading