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The film, Up in the Air, is an adaptation of Walter Kirn’s novel, Up in the Air. The novel was written in
2001, and eight years later the film was produced. Kirn comments about the
movie: “… the finished product, though it bears the distinct genetic
imprint of the book, is quite different in some details...” During the time
elapsed, between the novel and the film, business practices have evolved
substantially. Vast changes in the American economy and technology have
remolded businessmen and changed cultural perception of how business is
conducted. The rat race continues to grow and progress exponentially. Ryan Bingham,
the main character in the book and film, is a classic stereotypical
businessman.
The contextual changes inspired the film producer to create a less
self-absorbed, less flawed character in Bingham in the movie. He strives to
preserve the small amount of humanity he brings to his role of severing a
stranger’s livelihood. The differences portrayed in the film versus the novel,
reflect the pervasive infiltration of impersonality into the business realm and
the resulting detrimental effects this has on business and personal
relationships.
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Aaron,
ReplyDeleteI really appreciate how much detail you have gone into about the change in the economy. It really helps to understand the difference between the book and the movie. It is amazing that they were written so far apart. I think your thesis sounds interesting. I will be interested to read your paper. It will educate me in new ideas about the book. You are right about the cultural change in how we view business men. I think your thesis is on the right track.
Carli
Good job Aaron i cant wait to read the rest of your paper.
ReplyDeleteWell put sir. I have been reading your post this semester and they seem to be getting better as time goes on. I agree with the thoughts you have put in the post in that movie was trying to relate the change that has happened in the business world over the last decade. Business has been going downhill for a long time and people didn't realize this until the crash of the economy. A computer is a useful tool but can't replace a person in many aspects. Thanks for the insight.
ReplyDeleteChad Anderson